About the Role
We're looking for a motivated, plugged-in Designer Relations Manager to grow and manage our trade business. This role is equal parts sales, relationship management, and brand ambassadorship — perfect for someone who loves connecting with people, has a genuine eye for design, and wants to build something with a legacy brand that's leaning into its next chapter.
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 is fully remote — you can work from anywhere, as long as you're able to work East Coast business hours (roughly 9am–5pm ET) to stay in sync with our team, showroom partners, and clients. Expect approximately 25% travel for showroom visits, client meetings, and industry events.
Location: Fully remote — work from wherever you're most productive, as long as you can work East Coast hours
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary Range: TBD. Base salary plus commission, as a sales-driven role

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 Interior Design, 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
Self-starter energy — you're comfortable owning your calendar, your pipeline, and your relationships without someone looking over your shoulder
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

How to Apply
We want to actually get to know you before we meet you — so here's what we need:
Resume and cover letter.
A short video (60–90 seconds) telling us who you are, your relevant experience, and why you're excited about the Designer Relations Manager role at Sister Parish Design. Keep it casual — a phone selfie video is totally fine. We want to hear your voice and get a sense of your energy and personality, not see a polished production.
This is required. Applications without a video will not be considered.
Send your resume, cover letter, and video to Julia Mennone, Director of Sales and Merchandising, at juliam@sisterparishdesign.com with the subject line "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.

www.sisterparishdesign.com