Sales Specialist - Chicago Sales

KI•Chicago, IL

4d•$90,000•Remote

About The Position

This is a remote position for a Sales Specialist to join our sales team in Chicago. The territory will encompass Chicagoland with concentration in the North and Northwest suburbs. The ideal candidate should live in close proximity to the territory to effectively cover/travel to the accounts in their market. The role involves diving into KI’s core markets, including Higher Ed, Commercial, State and Local Government, and Healthcare. The mission is to connect with End User Clients, Architects and Designers, Dealers, General Contractors, and Real Estate Developers. The position offers the flexibility of working from a home office and includes a competitive salary of around $90,000 with commission starting from the first dollar sold.

Requirements

Must be able to haul sales samples.
Proficiency in CRM technology.

Nice To Haves

Previous contract furnishings/design industry experience preferred.
Healthcare market sales experience is a plus.
Existing relationships with architects, designers, and end users are a bonus.

Responsibilities

Identify, advance, and close sales deals.
Showcase expertise in client space applications and KI solutions.
Forge strong relationships with Architects, Designers, clients, influencers, strategic partners, and potential leads.
Host engaging “lunch and learns” with clients.
Conduct CEU events.
Keep all sales activities in SFDC up-to-date and accurate.
Participate in community activities and industry groups to boost sales leads and brand recognition.