retail sales professional

Ethan Allen

Named America's #1 Premium Furniture Retailer by Newsweek, Ethan Allen is a leading interior design destination combining state-of-the-art technology with personal service. After more than 90 profitable years in business, we still make about 75% of our custom-crafted products in our North American workshops and have an enduring reputation for quality and craftsmanship. In our global network of Design Centers, we offer complimentary interior design service and sell a full range of home furnishings, including custom furniture and artisan-crafted accents for every room in the home. We believe our associates are our greatest brand ambassadors, and we value talent, entrepreneurial drive, and the ability to build long-lasting relationships with our clients. We're glad you're exploring the possibility of designing your future with us.
 
General Objectives: 
The Design Consultant works closely with the customer to create individualized design solutions to sell Ethan Allen products and services. The designs include space planning, fabric coordination, product selection and overall project design. Successful execution is evidenced by developing individualized designs and achieving sales goals in a flexible relationship based selling environment. Some projects may require a team or partnership-based approach.
 Design Consultants will be measured based on performance categories (teamwork, customer service, communication skills, decision making, project development, presentation, and technical skills) and benchmarks (Minimum Monthly Sales, Home Calls, Accent Sales, Softgood Sales, Be-Backs, PI, Close Ratio and Ethan Allen Trade Program) that contribute to the success of the Design Center as well as their own individual success. Must be skilled in the use of social media such as blogs, micro-blogs, on-line forum, content sharing web sites and other digital channels established for on-line interaction and connection to promote Ethan Allen’s brand as outlined in Ethan Allen’s Social Media Policy.
 Design Consultants are compensated according to the Design Consultant Incentive Compensation Plan. Compensation is incentive based with total compensation determined by commissions earned. Design Consultants are expected to meet or exceed Minimum Monthly Sales and other benchmarks as determined by Ethan Allen.
 This is a Full-Time position.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Create design solutions that are consistent with the customer’s preference and budget.</li>
<li>Sell Ethan Allen’s products and services.</li>
<li>Represent the Ethan Allen brand in all customer interactions. When in the design center professionally greet customers to establish rapport and obtain appointments and in-home consultations. Customarily and regularly make home calls to evaluate the customer’s needs and provide a total individualized design solution that closes the sale.</li>
<li>Utilize grassroots marketing and a variety of social media platforms to develop and grow the business.</li>
<li>Educate customers about the complimentary design service Ethan Allen provides, offering as little or as much design service as a customer desires.</li>
<li>Stay current on design and color trends to create fashionable design solutions.</li>
<li>Coordinate with the team to provide exceptional service to customers, before and after the sale, by promptly keeping customers informed of their order status including any delays.</li>
<li>Participate as required in all corporate sponsored marketing and training programs.</li>
<li>Educate customers on all the Ethan Allen sponsored finance options available to them.</li>
<li>Contribute towards the development and on-going upkeep of the design center’s portfolio.</li>
<li>Utilize corporate systems and technology to maximize efficiency in designing projects, creating presentations, and providing professional service for the design team’s customers.</li>
<li>Enter orders utilizing the retail point of sale system.</li>
<li>Work cooperatively in maintaining a neat and orderly design center projection.</li>
<li>Work with the Design Center Leader/Design Sales Leader and Design Consultants to develop business plans and grass roots marketing plans to further our market reach and exceed written goals; monitor effectiveness of the plans. Provide suggestions to modify plan based on reaching specific goals and objectives.</li>
<li>Utilize all technology, such as 3-D Room Planner, CRM, Live Chat, etc. to build volume of projects and productive relationships with prospective and current clients.</li>
<li>Utilize appropriate social media (i.e., Facebook, Instagram, etc.) to heighten own presence as well as Ethan Allen’s presence. Continually build relationships with outside talent via social media, such as LinkedIn, to build a network in the market.</li>
<li>Perform any other duties as required.</li>
</ul>
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 
<ul>
<li>Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant work experience.</li>
<li>Minimum of one (1) year of practical interior design experience.</li>
<li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a design-related field from an accredited institution, desirable.</li>
<li>Broad knowledge of interior design and effective sales techniques.</li>
<li>Working knowledge of online sales and design tools.</li>
<li>Good listening skills with excellent oral and written communication skills also required.</li>
<li>General understanding of how to utilize social media and grass-roots marketing to develop a book of business. Proven experience preferred.</li>
<li>Valid driver’s license, except in limited circumstances in which the associate can establish to the Company’s satisfaction that they have available, for use during all business hours, an alternate means of transportation not requiring the operation of a motor vehicle which will enable them to perform the duties of their position.</li>
<li>Intermediate skill competency using digital floor planning technology. 3D applications a plus.</li>
<li>Experience using interactive technology to view design concepts such as augmented reality, virtual reality and other visualization tools.</li>
<li>Willing and capable of learning new technologies.</li>
</ul>
Compensation
 Our Design Consultants are paid a recoverable draw typically ranging from $30k to $70k annually based on written sales. The potential income for our experienced Design Consultants average $70,000-$115,000/year, with our top writers making $200,000 per year or more.
 Benefits
 Benefits are an important part of the total compensation that is offered, providing peace of mind and financial well-being. Ethan Allen is committed to offering a variety of benefits that allow associates to choose whether or not to participate based on personal and family needs. Some of the benefits offered are 401(k) plan (with Employer contributions), multiple Medical Plans with Prescription Drug Coverage, Health Savings Account (including Employer contributions), Dental Plan, Vision Plan, Basic Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Group Term Life & AD&D Insurance, Dependent Group Term Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, Business Travel Accident Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts – Health Care & Dependent Care, Commuter Saving Plans – Public Transit & Parking, Voluntary Whole Life Insurance, Voluntary Critical Care Insurance, Voluntary Accident Insurance and Employee Assistance Program. Benefit availability varies based on full-time or part-time employee classification.

Interior Designer Sales Professional

Lowe's Home Improvement

<div>Your Impact at Lowe's 
 
As a Customer Service Associate, you combine top-notch customer service skills with genuine care for people to help customers feel comfortable while shopping at Lowe's. This is an excellent role for those who want to engage with customers and help them solve their home improvement challenges. 
 
How We Support You 
 
Whether you need a part-time position or a place to plant yourself and grow, Lowe's is ready to support your goals. As a Lowe's associate, you'll gain access to many benefits beyond competitive pay and flexible schedules. 
<ul><li>
Make your well-being a priority with multiple top-tier health insurance options.</li><li>
Explore educational opportunities with Lowe's tuition assistance program.</li><li>
Take charge of your financial future with a company-matching 401(k) and optional Employee Stock Purchase Program.</li><li>
Gain extra savings with a 10% Associate Discount.</li><li>
Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program.</li></ul>
For information about our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits. 
 
Your Day at Lowe's 
 
As a Customer Service Associate, you will welcome customers to Lowe's and help them find the right products and services for their home improvement needs. You will interact with customers throughout the day, help them find and select products, occasionally load merchandise, and ensure all customer needs are met. 
 
While you will spend most of your time listening to customers, answering questions, and organizing merchandise, your daily responsibilities may vary by department. 
 
Customer Service Associates work in one of the following departments, based on hiring needs and skillsets: Appliances, Cabinets, Flooring, Live Nursery, Inside Garden, Hardware, Tools, Millwork, Building Materials, Plumbing, Electrical, Paint, Home D&eacute;cor, Tool Rental, or Pro Services. 
 
Key Responsibilities 
<ul><li>
Welcome customers to Lowe's, answer questions, and deliver friendly and professional customer service.</li><li>
Assist customers with locating and handling merchandise</li><li>
Down stock merchandise by looking for empty areas on shelves and replenishing supplies</li><li>
Process orders and deliveries accurately so customers receive merchandise as expected and on time</li><li>
Cross-functionally train in other areas of the store to help deliver the best customer service</li><li>
Prepare merchandise in your department based on customer needs (e.g., tint and mix paint, cut and thread pipe, cut and bundle wood, cut drywall, cut blinds)</li><li>
Guide customers through shopping or checkout</li><li>
Complete other duties as assigned</li></ul> 

Minimum Qualifications 
<ul><li>
6 Months Experience using a computer, including inputting, accessing, modifying, or outputting information</li><li>
6 Months Experience using common retail technology, such as smart phones and tablets</li>
<li>Reading, writing, and performing basic arithmetic (addition and subtraction)</li><li>
Able to perform duties that may require prolonged standing, sitting, and other activities necessary to perform job duties</li><li>
Minimally lift 25lbs unassisted or over 25lbs with or without an accommodation</li></ul> 

Preferred Qualifications 
<ul><li>
6 months of Retail and/or customer service experience</li><li>
Bi-lingual skills</li><li>
Certification in trade related to department (e.g., hardware, kitchen, plumbing, electrical, lawn and garden, and lumber/building materials)</li></ul> 
Lowe's commitment to growth and teamwork extends to the community as well. To better equip our stores and serve our communities, we strongly encourage bilingual, military, and veteran talent to apply and join our team. 
 
Travel Requirements 
 
This role does not require regular travel; however, this role may need to travel occasionally to meetings, training, or to support neighboring stores. 
 
Working Conditions 
 
Environmental factors vary by location. You may be working in both inside and outside weather conditions. Exposure to varying climates, including extreme heat or cold, wet, damp, humid, windy, or drafty conditions, is possible. You may be exposed to constant or intermittent noises in addition to moving or shaking objects and equipment. 
 
Lifting methods vary based on role, weight, and volume. Associates must follow guidelines, limiting single lifts to 75 pounds. Team lifts are used minimally starting at 75 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker. 
 
About Lowe's 
 
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE&reg; 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week, with total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion. Lowe&rsquo;s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches and 130 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.
Lowe&rsquo;s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.</div>

Retail Sales – Part Time

<div>Your Impact at Lowe's 
 
As a Customer Service Associate, you combine top-notch customer service skills with genuine care for people to help customers feel comfortable while shopping at Lowe's. This is an excellent role for those who want to engage with customers and help them solve their home improvement challenges. 
 
How We Support You 
 
Whether you need a part-time position or a place to plant yourself and grow, Lowe's is ready to support your goals. As a Lowe's associate, you'll gain access to many benefits beyond competitive pay and flexible schedules. 
<ul><li>
Make your well-being a priority with multiple top-tier health insurance options.</li><li>
Explore educational opportunities with Lowe's tuition assistance program.</li><li>
Take charge of your financial future with a company-matching 401(k) and optional Employee Stock Purchase Program.</li><li>
Gain extra savings with a 10% Associate Discount.</li><li>
Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program.</li></ul>
For information about our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits. 
 
Your Day at Lowe's 
 
As a Customer Service Associate, you will welcome customers to Lowe's and help them find the right products and services for their home improvement needs. You will interact with customers throughout the day, help them find and select products, occasionally load merchandise, and ensure all customer needs are met. 
 
While you will spend most of your time listening to customers, answering questions, and organizing merchandise, your daily responsibilities may vary by department. 
 
Customer Service Associates work in one of the following departments, based on hiring needs and skillsets: Appliances, Cabinets, Flooring, Live Nursery, Inside Garden, Hardware, Tools, Millwork, Building Materials, Plumbing, Electrical, Paint, Home D&eacute;cor, Tool Rental, or Pro Services. 
 
Key Responsibilities 
<ul><li>
Welcome customers to Lowe's, answer questions, and deliver friendly and professional customer service.</li><li>
Assist customers with locating and handling merchandise</li><li>
Down stock merchandise by looking for empty areas on shelves and replenishing supplies</li><li>
Process orders and deliveries accurately so customers receive merchandise as expected and on time</li><li>
Cross-functionally train in other areas of the store to help deliver the best customer service</li><li>
Prepare merchandise in your department based on customer needs (e.g., tint and mix paint, cut and thread pipe, cut and bundle wood, cut drywall, cut blinds)</li><li>
Guide customers through shopping or checkout</li><li>
Complete other duties as assigned</li></ul> 

Minimum Qualifications 
<ul><li>
6 Months Experience using a computer, including inputting, accessing, modifying, or outputting information</li><li>
6 Months Experience using common retail technology, such as smart phones and tablets</li>
<li>Reading, writing, and performing basic arithmetic (addition and subtraction)</li><li>
Able to perform duties that may require prolonged standing, sitting, and other activities necessary to perform job duties</li><li>
Minimally lift 25lbs unassisted or over 25lbs with or without an accommodation</li></ul> 

Preferred Qualifications 
<ul><li>
6 months of Retail and/or customer service experience</li><li>
Bi-lingual skills</li><li>
Certification in trade related to department (e.g., hardware, kitchen, plumbing, electrical, lawn and garden, and lumber/building materials)</li></ul> 
Lowe's commitment to growth and teamwork extends to the community as well. To better equip our stores and serve our communities, we strongly encourage bilingual, military, and veteran talent to apply and join our team. 
 
Travel Requirements 
 
This role does not require regular travel; however, this role may need to travel occasionally to meetings, training, or to support neighboring stores. 
 
Working Conditions 
 
Environmental factors vary by location. You may be working in both inside and outside weather conditions. Exposure to varying climates, including extreme heat or cold, wet, damp, humid, windy, or drafty conditions, is possible. You may be exposed to constant or intermittent noises in addition to moving or shaking objects and equipment. 
 
Lifting methods vary based on role, weight, and volume. Associates must follow guidelines, limiting single lifts to 75 pounds. Team lifts are used minimally starting at 75 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker. 
 
About Lowe's 
 
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE&reg; 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week, with total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion. Lowe&rsquo;s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches and 130 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.
Pay Range: $17.00 - $18.40 per hour
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit our benefits page.
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Lowe&rsquo;s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
Pay Range: $17.00 - $18.40 per hour Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.</div>

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