The Sales Associate is a vital position and the first face of Scout Design Studio. The most important attribute we are looking for is a candidate who is positive, has a passion for interior design and willing to learn and grow with the company. The Sales Associate will assist customers with purchasing furniture and accessories. To be successful, it requires a high level of follow through, attention to detail, customer service, professionalism, positivity, and can-do attitude. We’re not for everyone - neither are you!
We SCOUT the world to carefully find and create our collections. We offer limited run Scout? Label furniture, exclusive artwork, customizable designs and vintage finds. Located in the Dallas Design District, our 15,000 square foot showroom houses a well-edited collection of new and vintage furniture, artwork, lighting and home accessories from around the globe. We offer in-house refinishing services for vintage furniture and ship across the United States. Love kicking butt, working hard, and having fun all at the same time? Come on over!
Base salary is $55-60K with monthly bonus + commission opportunities to supplement base salary.
$95-$110k annual salary plus commission.
Essential Functions:
Processing sales for clients in person, phone and email
Creating and closing sales quotes
Developing business relationships with retail, trade and commercial/hospitality clients
Managing key designer accounts
Approving trade applications
Work with operations team
Field customer service issues
Assist with sending samples to clients including taking packages to warehouse or UPS store
Work with digital sales and purchasing team regarding product feedback
Assist with showroom upkeep
Answer phones, voicemails, and emails daily
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Mandatory weekends, flexible weekdays.
Travel required 10%
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's Degree preferred
1+ years of retail sales experience preferred
Basic knowledge of Outlook and Mac operating system
Netsuite and Shopify experience preferred
Must pass a background check and drug screening
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to follow instructions and provide consistent work.
Have excellent communication skills and a can-do attitude
Possess the ability to adapt quickly to changes as required by the business
Be a pro at handling multiple tasks while maintaining a positive attitude
Excellent sales and customer service skills.
Extensive knowledge of the merchandise sold.
Ability to anticipate customer’s needs.
Ability to recommend merchandise to customers.
Ability to operate or to quickly learn the point-of-sale system.
Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the retail space.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Benefits of working for Scout:
Fun, friendly company culture
Opportunity for growth within the company
Benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability insurance and 401(k)
Happy hours, team lunches, team contest, company outings & more!
Extra day off for your birthday!
Success at SCOUT requires that….
You are a doer, and you get things done.
You’re a team player.
You’re humble.
You are honest, straightforward, and transparent.
You are approachable and accessible.
You want to get your hands dirty.
You solve problems.
You are resilient and flexible.
You are entrepreneurial, smart, and passionate.
If you don't know something, you say so. Then go figure it out quickly.
You love working in a creative environment.
You have a sense of humor.
You are an insatiable learner.
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
At our Dallas workshop, a team of 45 masterful artisans bring our designs to life—each piece a labor of skill, soul, and story. And when it’s ready, our in-house delivery crew hits the road (560,000+ miles last year!) to make sure it lands in your home the way it should: perfectly. Our Google reviews don't lie!
