Jaeger Kitchens is a well-established, fast-growing division of Jaeger Lumber. We are currently looking for experienced, self-motivated Kitchen Designer for our Stirling location. There is huge opportunity for a skilled designer with the drive to grow the business.
The ideal candidate will have a love of design, enjoys working with people and helping them achieve their vision. Excitement at seeing projects come to life and thrives in collaborative environments.,
Job Responsibilities:
- Manage a job from start to finish. Including measuring (job site visits), designing, selling and ordering. You are the dependable point of contact throughout the project
- Field measure to obtain accurate measurements
- Greet customers and determine their needs & wants to design their dream kitchen
- Work closely with homeowners and contractors to bring their vision to life
- Design custom kitchens, baths, bars, offices, etc. to meet the needs of the client
- Create detailed & beautiful renderings of the kitchen to share with the clients
- Present design proposals and pricing with confidence
- Manage your own projects and all necessary paperwork
- Build & maintain relationships with customers, contractors, builders and interior designers/decorators
- Manage the showroom, including ordering samples, literature, designing & ordering displays
- Maintain knowledge of our product offerings
- Keeping up with industry trends, new products and design innovations
Skills and Qualifications
- Ambitious professional
- Self-motivated; highly organized, detail & goal oriented
- Attention to detail and a passion for creating beautiful, functional kitchens
- Passionate about sales & design
- Ability to work and manage many projects at one time
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Must be able to work independently but also with others
- Top notch work ethic
- Positive Attitude
- Punctuality
- Prompt follow-up
- Excellent communication, presentation, organization and people skills
- Common Sense
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years experience as a Kitchen designer - required
- Knowledge and love of the Kitchen & Bath industry a must!
- Past sales experience required
- NKBA Kitchen Design Certification (CKD, CKBD or CMKBD) a plus
- Proficient with 20-20 design software – required
- Experience with SketchUp a plus
- Experience reading and working with architectural plans
- Demonstrate excellent communication, listening & organizational skills
- Excellent customer service & interactive skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
- Strong math and computer skills
- Experience with Bistrack a plus
- Ability to inspire & guide clients
- Working on Saturday - required
Only applicants with the required experience will be considered.
This is a commissioned position with unlimited earning potential. Most of our designers earn well over $60,000. Our tops designers earn over $100,000 per year. First year income is guaranteed. Our designers work 5 days a week, including Saturday (with one day off during the week).
Jaeger Lumber offers a complete benefits package including health insurance and 401k.
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Job Types: Full-time, Commission
Pay: $52,000.00 - $100,000.00 + per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday (one day off)
- Saturdays
Supplemental Pay:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Stirling, NJ: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- High school or equivalent – required
- College degree a plus
Experience:
- Sales: 2 year -required
- Kitchen design: 2 years - required
Work Location: In person daily
Job Types: Full-time, Commission
Pay: $52,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
Work Location: In person