We are seeking a motivated, relationship-driven Jr. Sales & Marketing Associate to join the GARDE team at our Los Angeles showroom. Working closely with ownership, you will execute our email marketing program, manage our online presence and e-commerce platform, and deliver an exceptional, high-touch client experience on the showroom floor. The ideal candidate is a polished, career-driven professional with a proven track record in luxury sales or marketing, a genuine passion for design, and the ability to build and grow meaningful relationships within the trade.
Qualifications & Experience
- 2–4 years of experience in luxury sales, marketing, or a client-facing role — ideally within home furnishings, interiors, or a closely related field
- Proven success in high-end retail or showroom sales, with a demonstrated ability to build and grow relationships with designers, architects, and discerning clientele
- Hands-on experience building and managing email marketing campaigns — from concept and copywriting through to deployment and performance analysis
- Experience with Klaviyo, Shopify, and Lightspeed preferred
- Comfort with CRM tools: list management, segmentation, and client follow-up workflows
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to write with a refined, luxury brand voice
- A keen eye for aesthetics and the ability to speak knowledgeably and enthusiastically about design, furniture, and lighting
- Polished, professional presence with exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to connect authentically with an upscale clientele
- Highly organized and proactive — you can see what needs to be done and do it
- A collaborative mindset and genuine enthusiasm for working closely with a small, passionate team
- Existing relationships with designers, architects, or trade professionals are a significant advantage
**Email Marketing**
- Build and execute email campaigns in collaboration with ownership — including copywriting, audience segmentation, scheduling, and performance reporting
- Develop content calendar suggestions aligned with new arrivals and designer collaborations for ownership review and approval
- Track and analyze key metrics (open rates, click-through, conversions) and apply data-informed thinking to continuously improve results
**E-Commerce & Website**
- Manage and maintain product listings, imagery, and content across GARDE's website to ensure accuracy and a polished online experience
- Identify opportunities to improve product presentation and the customer journey online, in collaboration with ownership
- Monitor site performance and surface areas for improvement
**Sales & Client Relations**
- Deliver exceptional, high-touch service to create memorable client experiences from first contact through close
- Develop in-depth product knowledge across GARDE's full offering — furniture, lighting, textiles, and accessories — and share that knowledge with confidence and enthusiasm
- Guide clients through tailored product selections, offering thoughtful recommendations that speak to their unique needs and aesthetic
- Build and nurture long-term client relationships through personalized engagement, consistent follow-up, and proactive outreach
- Identify, pursue, and cultivate key accounts and prospects within the design community — including interior designers, architects, and design-forward individuals
- Respond promptly and professionally to inbound inquiries via phone and email, ensuring an exceptional client experience at every touchpoint
- Drive sales by proactively pursuing opportunities and maintaining a goal-oriented, results-driven approach
Born out of love and passion for design, GARDE was conceived and founded in 2012 by Scotti Sitz and partner John Davidson. A desire to introduce unique and talented artists and designers from around the world helped evolve GARDE from gifts to exquisite furnishings by known and emerging designers. Today, GARDE operates showrooms in New York, Dallas, and Los Angeles, offering a curated edit of furniture, lighting, textiles, accessories, tabletop, and more — from simple to precious, from serious to whimsical. We champion tomorrow's classics being designed today.
