The Location
Waterworks is currently hiring for a General Manager in their 58th St. NYC Flagship Showroom location; Chicago, IL and Georgetown, DC showrooms. These roles require an onsite presence within the Showroom locations.

What We Provide
What gives us an edge over our competitors is our people. We work in a highly collaborative, creative environment that values each team member’s contributions to our mission. We empower our employees with extensive training, career growth opportunities, competitive salaries, bonus potential and a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, generous time off including 8 paid holidays plus one floating and 401k retirement savings plan.

The Role
As General Manager, you will lead and manage all aspects of the showroom’s financial performance, and will work with the company’s Sales Leadership to set and influence the short and long-term strategic direction for the showroom territory. As leader of the showroom you will develop, coach and lead a sales team to achieve or exceed company goals for sales and profitability; all while ensuring growth within the market and a superior service experience for clients. We are looking for a change agent and a strong leader to rebuild and reinvigorate this showroom!

Our Leadership Proposition
Leaders champion the Waterworks values of a fearless sales strategy, customer-centric approach, integrity, and a passion for our products, our people, and the overall brand.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
5+ years inside/outside sales experience in a showroom, retail or architectural design firm
Minimum of 3 years experience in a sales management role within high end luxury brand environment
Self-motivated team leader with excellent coaching and communication skills
Well connected within the luxury design trade around the showroom
Ability to take charge, drive for results and make sound decisions quickly
Ability to negotiate and close deals
Exceptional time management skills with ability to multi-task
Ability to inspire trust, integrity and professionalism
Innovative and strategic thinking
Plumbing/tile/Construction background/exposure a plus
Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications: working knowledge of CRM systems
Requires up to 20% travel

About Waterworks
When you see the world’s most inspiring homes and hotels, you invariably find Waterworks in the mix. For over 40 years, our designs have elevated the bath and kitchen experience, with exquisite fittings, fixtures, hardware and more. We strive to be participants in exceptional design moments not just through our products, but through how our company name shows up in the world at large.

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