We're looking for a motivated and polished Designer Relations Manager to grow and manage our trade business. This role is equal parts sales, relationship management, and brand ambassador.
At the core of this role are the relationships that matter most: our existing designer clients and showroom partners. You'll nurture and expand those accounts while also driving new business, from first outreach through close. As the primary point of contact for both designers and showroom reps, you'll be a trusted resource, a product expert, and a true brand ambassador for Sister Parish Design.
This role requires approximately 25% travel for showroom visits, client meetings, and industry events.
What You'll Do
Designer Relationship Management
Manage and grow a book of business with existing core trade clients
Serve as the primary contact for designers, proactively following up, anticipating needs, and building lasting relationships
Partner with Customer Service to support order management and ensure a seamless client experience
Showroom Partner Management
Own relationships with showroom partners, serving as their primary point of contact, making regular visits or touchpoints to keep showrooms engaged and informed
Manage sample displays and ensure product representation is current and well-maintained
Educate showroom reps on talking points for new product launches and existing iconic pieces
Lead Generation & New Business
Research and identify prospective interior designers
Conduct outbound outreach via cold calls and emails to generate and close new trade accounts
Manage a pipeline of prospects through to conversion using CRM
What We're Looking For
5+ years of experience in sales, account management, or client relations — ideally in interior design, furniture, antiques, textiles, or a related trade industry
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or a related field preferred
Confident, professional phone presence and strong written communication skills
Hands-on CRM experience (pipeline management, activity tracking, follow-up cadences)
Proficiency in NetSuite, Shopify, and Excel
Genuine passion for or knowledge of the interior design industry — you can speak fluently about product, style, and what designers care about
Nice to Have
Existing relationships within the trade or design community
Experience working with or presenting in showroom environments
Background in textiles, wallpaper, or fabric — familiar with construction, pattern, and how designers spec these products
Proven ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage time and priorities without close oversight
Additional Details
Location - Hybrid/remote. Must live within a drivable commuting distance from Litchfield CT in order to fulfill in-office responsibilities.
Employment Type - Full-time
Salary Range - TBD. Will have a commission attached to a base salary as a sales position
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter.
Submit a short video detailing their relevant experience and explaining why they are the ideal fit for the Inside Sales Manager position at Sister Parish Design. This is required and any resume received without this video will not be considered.
Please send your resume, cover letter and video to Julia Mennone, Inside Sales Manager, juliam@sisterparishdesign.com with the email subject Designer Relations Manager
About the Company
We Are a Fourth-Generation, Female-Owned and -Operated Textile and Wallcovering Brand
Founded in 1933 by legendary American interior designer Sister Parish, our brand has a history of providing timeless and effortless designs to the great American houses. We aim to encourage, inspire and educate designers and design enthusiasts alike to create homes that value authenticity, comfort and connection. Sister Parish Design caters to a discerning clientele, including designers and design enthusiasts.
