Showroom Sales Consultant

Showroom Sales Consultant

When you see the world's most inspiring homes and hotels, you invariably find Waterworks in the mix. For over 40 years, our designs have elevated the bath and kitchen experience, with exquisite fittings, fixtures, hardware and more. We strive to be participants in exceptional design moments not just through our products, but through how our company name shows up in the world at large.

What gives us an edge over our competitors is our people. We work in a highly collaborative, creative environment that values each team member's contributions to our mission. We empower our associates with extensive training, career growth opportunities, competitive salaries, bonus potential and a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, and 401k retirement savings plan. We offer a generous PTO program (vacation, personal and sick time) with additional perks like some summer half days and a volunteer day. The company observes at least 8 federal holidays throughout the calendar year plus a floating holiday that associates can use at their discretion.

The Role

As a Sales Consultant, you'll take ownership of your book of business, ensuring profitability and growth. In this role, you'll act as a trusted advisor to clients (architects, designers, and contractors) recommending tailored solutions with exceptional professionalism, service, and integrity. You will build strong, collaborative relationships that not only generate sales but also foster brand loyalty and future business.

As a brand ambassador, you'll embody our values, embrace an entrepreneurial spirit and fearless sales execution. With a passion for the Waterworks brand, you'll confidently execute strategies that place our clients at the center of every interaction.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about achieving sales goals and motivated by the opportunity to build lasting client relationships. Schedule for this role is Monday-Friday.

Responsibilities

Market Waterworks brand and products to your assigned Waterworks client list, and client leads provided by the company. Generally, all marketing is the to the trade.

Meet or exceed assigned marketing, quote, order and sales goals

Cultivate and expand relationships with clients by deeply understanding their needs and presenting compelling solutions.

Actively pursue new clients through social media, networking, territory outreach, and leveraging existing contacts

Develop and execute a marketing plan that generates leads, project quotes, and sales.

Meet with clients in their offices, virtually or in-showroom to confidently pitch Waterworks products to secure orders

Manage all phases of client projects including initial meetings, product specification and selection, providing quote and pricing, following up to close sale and take payment

Provide monthly/weekly updates to your manager: pipeline and project status, marketing activities using CRM

Provide a superior client experience to enhance long-term relationships, brand loyalty, and increase market share

Actively participate in industry and showroom events; i.e. networking events, CEU presentations, lunch and learns, etc.

Other projects and activities as needed to drive sales and/or grow market share

Requirements

3+ years of outside/inside sales and/or business development experience in the high-end, luxury brand environment

Proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales and marketing quotas and goals

Success with developing new business

Exceptional communications skills, both verbal and written

Digitally savvy

Ability to listen and translate client's needs into sales

Strong persuasion, negotiation skills and the ability to influence others; close sales transactions/deals

Self -motivated and possess the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; CRM and other sales tracking tools

Plumbing and/or tile industry experience preferred

Ability to market outside of the showroom up to 50% of week

Schedule for this role is Monday-Friday.

$55,000 - $65,000 a year

Compensation for this role is base salary plus a generous commission plan. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above.

Be Authentic: Engage in real conversations. Communicate honestly with respect and professionalism.

Raise The Bar: Share ideas to uphold our standard of excellence. Never settle for less than the best.

Own It: Be responsible for your results. Empower yourself and others to step forward and lead.

Partner For Perfection: Collaborate with peers and teammates to deliver superior service to our clients.

Love What You Do & Do What You Love: Generate excitement and enthusiasm for our brand and company.

Waterworks is committed to promoting pay equity. Rate of pay is determined based on each individual's experience, qualifications, and the geographic location of the role. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above.

Waterworks is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal or state law or local ordinance.

Waterworks may require physical requirements within its Showroom locations as follows:

Ability to lift and mobilize small to medium items up to 25 lbs. while utilizing appropriate equipment and techniques. Ability to maneuver effectively around showroom floor, stock room and office. Position could entail periods of standing, twisting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, bending and climbing. Licensed to drive preferred. Ability to travel locally or out of state.