Designer/Sales Specialist In-Store

The Container Store Inc.•Edina, MN

7d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Designer/Sales Specialist drives results by designing custom spaces and other storage and organization solutions in store. The role serves as a strong leader and role model, demonstrating excellent selling skills and a focus on exceptional customer service. The specialist collaborates with customers on customized plans, promotes available services, and helps manage projects from initial inquiry through installation. The position also supports sales-floor leadership, store presentation, employee coaching, and company initiatives.

Requirements

College degree preferred.
2–5 years of sales and clientele experience preferred.
Design experience and spatial intelligence.
Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
Maintain a professional appearance and comply with the required dress code when representing The Container Store.
Knowledge of and passion for trends in the custom closets and retail industry.
Strong computer skills.
Ability to remain alert and work safely.
Commitment to scheduled hours and flexibility to work additional hours based on changing business needs.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing, at all levels inside and outside the organization.
Ability to prioritize mission-critical tasks and focus on high-value projects.
Strong time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects at once.
Focused attention to detail and ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
Ability to make strategic, effective decisions in the best interests of customers and the company while objectively processing information.

Nice To Haves

College degree.
2–5 years of sales and clientele experience.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with customers to design customized plans in a clear and professional manner.
Promote available services during customer interactions, including in-home designing, in-home organizing, installation, financing, and loyalty programs.
Close sales efficiently and build repeat and referral business.
Communicate with managers and Support Center partners to complete projects from inquiry through installation and achieve sales goals.
Lead the sales floor and perform other tasks or duties in partnership with managers.
Stay current on company training, selling practices, product knowledge, promotions, processes, and philosophies when interacting with customers and employees.
Lead and participate in daily maintenance of the custom space area and the store's visual presentation.
Drive, motivate, and support company initiatives by modeling and coaching professional and productive behaviors to help achieve store goals.
Use company tools and email proficiently and consistently.

Benefits

Starting pay of $16.00 to $18.00 per hour.
Health insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
401(k) retirement savings plan with optional investment guidance and assistance through Fidelity.
Sick pay and paid time off.
For full-time associates: basic life insurance, disability insurance options, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
Parental leave policies, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fertility and maternity support program.
Paid holidays.
Gym membership discounts.
Qualified transportation benefits program.
Employee discounts on products, custom spaces, services, gift cards, and pet insurance.
Service awards, retirement gifts, and recognition for exemplary contributions.
Employee Resource and Affinity Groups.
Fun and collaborative work environment with opportunities to learn and grow.