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Visual Comfort & Co.

Business Development Specialist

Visual Comfort & Co., Seattle, Washington, us, 98127


SEATTLE, 1944 1st Avenue South, Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Req #48TheBusiness Development Specialistis responsible growing Visual Comfort’s business and achieving sales targets within their assigned market. This role will focus on identifying and partnering with new customers as well as cultivating our business with existing customers. This role is a key sales position with responsibility for driving significant growth for the organization.Target customers include, residential home builders, interior designers, architects, home technology integrators and electrical contractors. Reporting to the Regional Director of Sales, they will work as part of a broader team that will help enable customer acquisition, growth and retention.Responsibilities:Leads all aspects of the sales process, while leveraging other sales, marketing and operational resources to assist in solution development or implementation.Ability to access existing and target customers; conduct 16 face to face sales calls per weekAbility to effectively present Visual Comfort’s value proposition in order to influence customersNetwork with architects, builders and designers through involvement in trade associationsAdept at managing existing customers to ensure retention and continued sales growth.Uses proprietary CRM to manage a priority-based schedule with existing and target customersDevelop a strong knowledge of Visual Comfort’s product offering, service value propositions, and operating systemsCapable of analyzing and interpreting data to drive decision makingRequirements:2+ years of sales experience in consultative sales environment1+ years’ experience in custom home building products, interior design, luxury home furnishings and/or lighting industry requiredProven track record of cultivating relationships and achieving sales goalsAbility to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and changing prioritiesSuperior communication, presentation and organization skillsPassion for design and construction marketsStrong analytical and decision-making skillsIndependent, proactive and self-motivated person who will offer exceptional service to our customersAbility to achieve results both independently and through others by fostering a spirit of teamwork and cooperationProficient computer skills utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite of software, including word processing, presentations, spreadsheets, and Outlook.Experience with a CRM system preferred.Ability to understand and adapt to complex distribution channelsAble to quickly develop rapport and credibilityWe Provide:Competitive base salary and monthly bonus compensationStructured training programCompetitive

Medical BenefitsMinimal cost for Vision and DentalCompany provided Life Insurance and Short Term Disability401k match up to 4% of your contributionGenerous vacation program with up to 14 days paid vacation the first yearAccrued sick timeClosed on all major holidaysSEATTLE, 1944 1st Avenue South, Seattle, Washington, United States of America

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