Outside A&D Sales Executive - New York

Maiden Home•New York, NY

5d•$100,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

Maiden Home is seeking a seasoned A&D Contract Sales Executive to grow its contract sales channel in the New York area. The role focuses on building and managing partnerships with interior design and architecture firms, developers, workplaces, staging companies, and other commercial clients to drive incremental revenue. The ideal candidate has a luxury sales mindset, strong aesthetic sensibility, and a consultative approach, and can navigate longer sales cycles and complex client needs while providing a high-touch brand experience. The position is based at Maiden Home’s New York headquarters in the Tribeca design district and may include occasional travel. The Sales Executive manages the full sales cycle, develops new business and client relationships, supports large-scale and multi-unit projects, and collaborates with internal teams to ensure smooth execution. The role also coaches and guides the day-to-day activities of a dedicated Sales Support Associate. The anticipated salary range is $100,000–$140,000 plus commission. Maiden Home describes its environment as one that encourages innovation, creative expression, and collaboration.

Requirements

Located in the New York area.
At least 6 years of experience in luxury contract A&D sales.
An extensive personal book of business with workplaces.
Experience in luxury furniture, textiles, lighting, or related interior categories.
A strong network within the A&D community throughout the New York area 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.
A proactive and accountable approach, with a passion for delivering results.
Reliable car and valid, current driver's license.

Responsibilities

Drive incremental revenue growth across Maiden Home’s contract sales channel.
Identify, prospect, and develop relationships with architects, workplaces, hospitality groups, staging firms, and other trade partners.
Manage the full sales cycle, from outreach and qualification through quoting, negotiation, closing, and post-sale relationship management.
Serve as a product and brand expert, guiding clients toward solutions that meet 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 memberships to One Medical and Talkspace.
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 3 years.
Frequent happy hours and other team-wide and company-wide events.