Outside A&D Sales Executive - Seattle
About The Position
Maiden Home is seeking a seasoned A&D Contract Sales Executive to grow its contract channel in the Seattle area and drive incremental revenue across contract and residential sales. The role focuses on developing and managing partnerships with interior design and architecture firms, developers, hospitality groups, staging companies, workplaces, and other commercial clients. The ideal candidate brings a luxury sales mindset, strong aesthetic sensibility, and a consultative approach, and can navigate longer sales cycles and complex client needs while delivering a high-touch brand experience. This is a remote position based in the Seattle, Washington area, with frequent travel. The Sales Executive manages opportunities from prospecting through close and post-sale relationship management, supports large-scale and multi-unit projects, and collaborates across teams to ensure smooth execution. The role also coaches the day-to-day activities of a dedicated Sales Support Associate and tracks account activity, pipeline health, sales performance, and forecasts.
Requirements
- Located in the Seattle area.
- At least 6 years of experience in luxury contract A&D sales.
- An extensive personal book of business.
- Experience in luxury furniture, textiles, lighting, or related interior categories.
- A strong network in the Seattle-area A&D community and proven experience working with leading design firms.
- Strong consultative selling skills and the ability to understand client needs and translate them into thoughtful product solutions.
- An entrepreneurial mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, iterative, growing business.
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple accounts and long-lead-time projects simultaneously.
- Curiosity and a growth mindset, including interest in new tools and digital platforms.
- Strong aesthetic sensibility and passion for luxury design, interiors, and craftsmanship.
- Proactive, accountable approach and a passion for delivering results.
- Reliable car and a valid, current driver's license.
Responsibilities
- Drive incremental revenue growth across Maiden Home’s contract and residential sales channels.
- Identify, prospect, and develop relationships with architects, interior designers, hospitality groups, staging firms, workplaces, and other trade partners.
- Manage the full sales cycle, from outreach and qualification through quoting, negotiation, close, and post-sale relationship management.
- Serve as a product and brand expert, guiding clients toward solutions that fit their aesthetic, functional, timeline, and budget needs.
- Build and maintain a pipeline of new business through outbound prospecting, networking, referrals, and industry events.
- Partner with clients on large-scale and multi-unit projects, providing a high-touch, service-driven experience.
- Prepare proposals, pricing quotes, product recommendations, and presentations tailored to client needs.
- Coach and guide the day-to-day activities of a dedicated Sales Support Associate.
- Collaborate with merchandising, customer experience, operations, and leadership teams to support contract opportunities and ensure smooth execution.
- Track account activity, pipeline health, and sales performance in CRM systems, and provide regular reporting and forecasts.
- Develop an understanding of the competitive landscape, market trends, and client needs in the luxury design and furnishings space.
- Represent Maiden Home professionally in client meetings, showroom appointments, trade events, and industry networking opportunities.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package with uncapped commission.
- Sales-specific incentives, including a compelling brand story, dedicated sales support, and investment.
- Unlimited vacation.
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans, including complimentary One Medical and Talkspace memberships.
- Furniture placement program and exclusive pricing for team members.
- Pre-tax commuter benefits.
- 401(k) contribution plan.
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
- Three-week paid sabbatical after three years.
- Company culture activities, including frequent happy hours and team-wide and company-wide events.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
