Retail Trade Sales Rep, Rejuvenation, Dallas

Williams-Sonoma • Dallas, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Retail Trade Sales Rep is responsible for exceeding the trade sales plan in the local trade area and creating a thriving customer community. This role involves networking with area trade associations, neighborhood associations, sales prospecting, and providing a high level of service to build relationships. The Trade Sales Rep will act as a trade liaison with all retail trade customers and a regional brand advocate within the community, supporting the goals and strategies set by Marketing and Retail Management to grow the business.

Requirements

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, to include Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong product and procedural knowledge specific to remodeling and building trades, with emphasis on period residential and commercial materials, design, and construction
• Strong aptitude for customer service and sales, with a high energy "can do" approach
• Proven ability to achieve results both independently and through others
• 2-3 years outside sales experience with a strong emphasis in customer service and delivery of set goal plan

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in Microsoft Dynamix AX, Sales Force Management, and POS systems a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage and grow the trade customer base in a defined client segment and geographic region of the retail store
• Identify area home, neighborhood, preservation and other associations to reach out to and build a connection with
• Develop and execute events that drive traffic and position Rejuvenation as a resource
• Promote Rejuvenation products and services to prospective and existing trade clients through a combination of opportunities that include in-store service, telephone contacts, site visits, and in-store events trainings and trade shows
• Build and maintain extensive knowledge base of building activity within retail trade area
• Works with store sales associates to provide timely trade related information, and to assist other sales associates with identifying potential trade prospects and customers.
• Builds strong connections with Call Center and WSI Contract teams, to leverage resources and build overall trade businesses.
• Supports retail store in customer service and operations as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management, including opening and closing duties as Key Holder.

Benefits

• A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
• Paid vacations and holidays (full-time)
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits (full-time)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed