Part-time Showroom Sales Assistant- Minneapolis

F. Schumacher & Co.•Minneapolis, MN

16d•$17 - $18

About The Position

We are seeking a Showroom Sales Assistant to join our Minneapolis team. The showroom assistant will be responsible for maintaining an organized and tidy sample room, fulfilling all sample orders and requests, and helping to maintain the showroom visual standards. The assistant will report directly to the Managing Director and will work alongside the showroom sales team and operations/marketing specialist. The ideal candidate for this position is highly organized and efficient, has excellent customer service skills, enjoys working in a fast past environment and being part of a team.

Requirements

1-2 years of experience working in a retail or showroom environment
The ability to multitask and be proactive in a fast-paced environment.
Able to do some lifting (20-50lbs max)
Knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the luxury interior design industry
Exceptional organizational and follow-through skills
High level of ownership, accountability and initiative
Proficiency in MS Windows and Office suite
Strong verbal and written communication skills
A positive attitude

Responsibilities

Handle client sample requests, both over the phone, in person, and on email.
Maintain floor sampling as well sample room inventory by ordering samples and filing replenishments.
Assist the sales team by gathering and shipping samples to clients.
Help maintain the showroom floor by hanging new products and removing discontinued product as needed.
Maintain showroom collateral (marketing materials, shopping bags, supplies, etc.)
Provide support for general showroom requests and projects.
Assist clients over the phone and on the showroom floor by providing guidance and product information, as needed.
Deliver the best possible customer service while enhancing the Schumacher mission to offer the highest quality product and service standards in the luxury market.
Consistently seek to expand your working knowledge of interior design and current Schumacher collections.