Job Description
WHO WE ARE
Elte is Toronto's source for considered design for all things home. For over 100 years, our family has worked with designers and craftspeople from idea to object, curating timeless pieces and the most distinct creations. Our sister brand, Mkt, is an independent design house creating pieces for a modern, edited home. We have three large showrooms within Toronto's Design District. In the Elte Showroom, you'll find Rugs and Carpeting, Furniture, Lighting, Mattresses, Linens, and Home Décor.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Ideal candidates possess a proven track record of showcasing luxury home furnishings, demonstrating a profound affinity for high-end brands. They exude confidence and ease when collaborating with designers both within and beyond the showroom setting. As a pivotal liaison for our discerning clientele, this role demands the delivery of consummate service, enriched by comprehensive product expertise.
We are particularly interested in individuals with a distinguished background in commission-based sales, experience in outbound sales/account management who are comfortable visiting designers, specifically within the realm of luxury. A familiarity with relationship-based selling, adeptly leveraging CRM tools like Salesforce, will be highly regarded. A nuanced comprehension of the art of selling luxury and catering to the most discerning clientele is essential.
What you do (among other things):
- Achieve and surpass monthly and annual sales objectives by dedication to leveraging sales tools, proactively engaging every opportunity, account and contact.
- Play an integral part in building and maintaining Elte’s portfolio of clients and designers through building strong relationships by frequently visiting designer offices, maintaining our product library, delivering engaging external presentations, and fostering regular communication both in and out of the showroom.
- Initiating proactive telephonic engagement and conducting strategic in-person solicitations
- Consistently create an exceptional experience for our clients which is authentic and tailored to their personal needs by understanding current and future projects.
- Contribute to the seamless operation of our showroom, ensuring its impeccable appearance and functionality.
Highlights:
- Excellent earning potential
- Opportunity to work with some of the most well-regarded luxury furniture brands with a wealth of heritage
- Industry leading work-life balance
If you are interested in this career opportunity, we'd love to hear from you! Elte thanks all applicants who apply, but also those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and Elte Accommodation Policy, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.