Architectural Wall Sales Specialist - Mid Atlantic Sales

At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. We listen. We observe. We understand that each customer has unique needs. So, we pride ourselves on helping our customers make smart furniture decisions by offering expert advice, design options and personalized solutions.Since 1941, we've positioned KI as the furniture company that best understands the furniture industry and is committed to providing customers with the smart solutions. By targeting specific markets with solutions for business furniture, university furniture, educational furniture, healthcare furniture and government furniture, we can quickly respond to our customers' unique needs - including the choice to procure furniture according to what fits their ordering and fulfillment process. That's why we say we offer far more than furniture. We're Furnishing Knowledge.

We are looking for a talented Architectural Wall Sales Specialist to join our sales team covering our Mid Atlantic district. In this role, you will be the "Wall" expert in the territory and will work from various locations including our showroom in McLean, VA, your home office, and travelling to customer sites in the field. The salary range for this position is between $90,000-$100,000 and you will also earn commission from dollar one. The final offer may vary based on your skills, experience and education.

Responsibilities:

• Generate sales leads and strategically build relationships as a "trusted adviser".
• Create comprehensive Wall solutions for your clients which include architects, designers, end users, general contractors and subcontractors.
• Create and implement a strong business development plan to identify and engage potential customers.
• Identify key target accounts and develop relationships within those organizations.
• Attend events in the local business community and in the Design/Construction industry.
• Utilize the CRM system to forecast business and manage your pipeline.
• Work as a leader on the team, motivating others to accomplish team goals alongside estimators, project coordinators, designers and project managers.
• Provide mentoring, training and leadership to our staff in the Mid Atlantic region on the conceptual and strategic aspects of the Wall product.
• Conduct and assist in field presentations and gain specifications necessary to fulfill orders effectively.

What you Need to Succeed:

• Prior experience selling movable or demountable wall systems and/or industrial partitions desired.
• Ability to understand the construction environment to include a competency in reading building plans, layouts, and specifications.
• Creative mind that can envision conceptual design of interior spaces and be able to persuade and implement collaboratively with the client.
• Existing relationships with architects and designers is extremely helpful.

What KI Offers You:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Gain stock ownership in the company as an employee.
• Competitive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Enjoy full coverage for your well-being.
• A 401(k) Plan with Company Match: Benefit from employer contributions to your retirement savings.
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, & Holidays: Take time off to recharge and spend with loved ones.
• Employee Product Discounts: Receive special pricing on company products.
• Educational Reimbursement Program: Get support for degree programs and certifications.
• Full Benefits Package: Includes life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Apply today!

KI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.