Merit Kitchens Hiring for Designer/Sales Representative (FT) at Langley, BC Full Time

Job Positions: Designer & Sales Representative (Full Time Position)

Job Details:
At Merit Kitchens, the Designer – Sales Representative is the first point of contact for retail and commercial clients, both in person and virtually and is responsible for generating revenue through sales as a brand ambassador.

You will also be responsible for developing detailed plans and 3-D models.

The Designer – Sales Representative may perform other duties delegated by management.

We are proud to be an inclusive workplace committed to building a team culture.

Key Responsibilities:
Prospect and engage with new potential clients focusing on homeowners and builders to determine needs, preferences, safety requirements, and purposes of space.

Develop detailed plans and 3-D models using computer-assisted design 2020 software and graphic software.

Develop plans, elevations, cross sections and detailed drawings, and advise on selection of colors, finishes, and materials.

Coordinate and work with other Sales/Design professionals and provide support when required.

Generate leads by reaching out to diverse markets and turn these leads into sales.

Adopt excellent communication methods and effective sales methodologies.

Build a strong network by attending industry events, trade shows, and conferences to stay up to date with current and upcoming trends, market conditions, etc.

Track and report: sales, quotes, and leads on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, discussing and reviewing these with your team lead.

Manage incoming calls, utilizing computer technology to handle high call volumes.

Generate quotes using QP software.

Resolve product or service problems by clarifying the customer’s complaint; determine the cause of the problem; select and explain the best solutions to solve the problem; expedite corrections or adjustments; follow up to ensure resolution.

Ensure showroom is in clean and operational condition.

Promote Merit Kitchens core values, mission, and vision at every opportunity.

Candidate Requirements:
3+ years of experience.

Proficiency with Microsoft 365 software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Proficiency with 20/20 design software is considered an asset.

Strong knowledge of sales principles, methods, practices, and techniques.

Solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills.

Well organized problem solver with sharp detail-oriented abilities.

Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.

Benefits:
Compensation: Base salary plus commission (OTE $70,000).

We offer competitive wages and bonuses.

Along with a comprehensive benefits package including extended health care, dental, vision coverage.

Life and disability insurance.

Vacation & company RRSP.

Free on-site parking.

Work-Life balance, and much more.

Merit Kitchens provides opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, persons with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

About Merit Kitchens:
It was 50 years ago that Merit Kitchens was founded by craftspeople in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and began providing Western Canada with high-quality kitchen cabinets. The company has long since grown into a world-class supplier of beautiful cabinetry, representing superior quality and extraordinary value. Today, Merit’s product can be found in homes throughout Canada, the United States, and parts of Asia. Our Mission it to profitably manufacture cabinets of uncompromising quality while delivering a unique and positively branded experience to our customers, team members and stakeholders alike.