SCOUT DESIGN STUDIO is hiring a Sales Associate.
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, 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 $50-55K with monthly bonus + commission opportunities to supplement base salary.
In-person position, work schedule Tuesday - Saturday with weekends required
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
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, and 401(k)
• Happy hours, team lunches, team contest, company outings & more!
• Extra day off for your birthday!
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!
Benefits of working for Scout:
• Fun, friendly company culture
• Opportunity for growth within the company
• Benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k)
• Happy hours, team lunches, team contest, company outings & more!
• Extra day off for your birthday!
