Design Consultant

Title: Design Consultant

Location: Greater Detroit, MI Area

Pay Range: Competitive Base (DOE) + Bonus plan

Our client is a leading distributor of wholesale residential and commercial building materials with rapid growth over the last 5 or so years. Due to that growth, they have been adding new, high end and luxurious brick and mortar showrooms. I am looking for a Design consultant, familiar with construction and interior design, who thrives in a fast paced environment and enjoys building relationship with customers. This is an excellent opportunity to get I with a growing organization that loves to promote people from within.

Company Overview

Has been a leader in the building materials industry for close to 100 years.

They have a vast network of 18+ distribution points to allow them to get products to their customers quickly.

A very stable and well-financed organization that is continually growing at a sensible pace.

Acquired 2 new companies roughly 5 years ago to enhance the offerings and services they provide their clients and looking to continue to make acquisitions that make sense for the company.

Have created an outstanding culture of collaboration, teamwork, and transparency throughout the organization.

Everyone is valued and all opinions count.

Position Summary

The Design consultant will work mainly inside the showroom and engage with walk-in clients, design professionals, residential and commercial customers to guide and educate them through the product and design selection process for their project. Usually design, repair, remodel, or new builds.

Continually update product displays, maintain the high end, showroom environment, handling product samples and provide support for customer events.

Participate in meetings with showroom team members to review company information, processes, procedures and/or assignments specific to: Safety, General company business and Showroom operations.

Continuously improve product knowledge by engaging with internal and external experts.

Represent the company professionally and effectively in all interactions to provide the utmost in customer service.

Skills/Requirements

Experience in interior or construction/homeowner design for new builds ad renovations.

Highly motivated self-starter who can work autonomously and in a team environment with excellent follow-up skills.

Excellent communication ability, both verbal and written and engaging, welcoming personality

Some experience with display set up a plus – ability and desire to interact with clients is a must.

High level of integrity and commitment to doing what is right and fair for all involved.

More details will be shared during the interview process.