Contract (Inside/outside) Sales Representative

Family-run for four generations, Zimmer + Rohde is one of the leading têxtile companies in Europe. Since its foundation in 1899, tradition and experience have marked every step taken by our company, which stands for exclusive furnishing, innovative design and expert advice. With subsidiaries in New York, Paris, Milan, London, Dubai and Hong Kong, Zimmer + Rohde quality never fails to impress worldwide.

**Contract (Inside/Outside) Sales Representative, NY**
**Location: NYC, NY | Company: Zimmer + Rohde**

**Job describtion**:
Are you looking to join an industry leader in luxury têxtiles & wallcovering? Zimmer + Rohde has an exciting opportunity on our New York team Having seen significant success in our Hospitality segment over the last couple of years with top NYC A+D firms, we are looking for a passionate team player to continue to grow and build on its early success. Are you a seasoned A+D sales rep with strong Contract knowledge looking for a more fulfilling role? An interior designer working in the Contract world and looking for a career change where you can be part of a fun and engaged team? If you’re passionate about interior design, a go-getter and have this experience, we’d love to hear from YOU This sales position is responsible for promoting Zimmer + Rohde’s six brands of luxury high-end fabrics & wallcovering, in-addition to the showroom’s multi-line brands, to Hospitality design professionals in the NYC,
Brooklyn and Queens territory.

**Responsibilities include**:

- Determine and sell appropriate products and reinforce brand positioning in the marketplace
- Schedule in-person product presentations for both new and existing collections
- Proactively offer thoughtful product recommendations based on specific practice or project needs
- Assist designers with product information providing specifications, quotes, processing orders, and advising on customization possibilities and process
- Manage leads, track and register projects, following up on all stages of the selling cycle
- Analyze accounts to identify growth opportunities and market the products to maximize Contract sales potential
- Cultivate and maintain meaningful relationships with design professionals & specifiers, keeping ZR and its product and service offerings top of mind
- Seek out new Contract business opportunities through research, participation in industry events and trade affiliations, and networking
- Meet or exceed annual sales targets
- Provide accurate and timely reports to management, including call reporting and business updates
- Occasional travel to, and potential participation in Trade Shows outside of the NY area
- Work collaboratively with the showroom manager

**Job requirements**:

- Minimum 3 years of Contract / Hospitality sales experience selling luxury goods within the A+D community, preferably in Contract têxtiles or wallcovering
- BA degree preferred
- Proficient in MS Office, specifically Outlook and Excel
- Strong organizational skills and follow up,
- Excellent time management, communication, and strong presentation skills
- Exceptional customer service and client development skills

**Compensions**:

- Competitive Base Salary + Bonus
- 401K plan w/ company match (3%)
- PTO + Sick Days
- 15 Holidays
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
- Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, and more

We look forward to meeting you

**ZIMMER + ROHDE**
979 3rd Ave #813
New York, NY 10022
United States