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Furniture Sales Specialist - KI (Connecticut)

Krueger International
life insurance, vision insurance, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Connecticut, New Haven
Dec 24, 2024

At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. We listen. We observe. We understand that each customer has unique needs. So, we pride ourselves on helping our customers make smart furniture decisions by offering expert advice, design options and personalized solutions.Since 1941, we've positioned KI as the furniture company that best understands the furniture industry and is committed to providing customers with the smart solutions. By targeting specific markets with solutions for business furniture, university furniture, educational furniture, healthcare furniture and government furniture, we can quickly respond to our customers' unique needs - including the choice to procure furniture according to what fits their ordering and fulfillment process. That's why we say we offer far more than furniture. We're Furnishing Knowledge.

We are seeking a Sales Specialist to join our New England sales team. The territory includes most of Fairfield, New Haven, Middlesex, and New London Counties in Connecticut. You will cover all of KI's core markets including Higher Ed, K-12, Commercial, Healthcare, State and Local, and will call on End User Clients, Architects and Designers, Dealers, General Contractors, and Real Estate Developers. You will work from your home office in this role and have accessibility to our showroom in Boston or New York City for various meetings and client interactions. This position includes a salary of approximately $90,000 with commission paid from the first dollar sold.

Responsibilities



  • Identify, advance, and close sales opportunities.
  • Represent the brand in a consistent manner by offering expertise in client space applications and KI solutions.
  • Build strong relationships with Architects and Designers, clients, influencers, strategic partners and potential targets to create new leads and drive sales.
  • Facilitate "lunch and learns" with clients.
  • Conduct CEU events.
  • Maintain all sales related activity in SFDC ensuring pipeline is accurate, complete and current.
  • Participate in various community activities and key industry groups to promote sales leads and company brand recognition.



What you Need to Succeed



  • Previous sales or design experience in furniture, or related industry, preferred.
  • Existing relationships with architects, designers, and end users is helpful.
  • Must be able to haul sales samples.
  • Proficiency in CRM technology.


What KI Offers You



  • Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As an employee, you will have stock ownership in the company.
  • Competitive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for your well-being.
  • A 401(k) Plan with Company Match: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
  • Paid Vacation, Sick Days, & Holidays: Time off to recharge and spend with loved ones.
  • Employee Product Discounts: Special pricing on company products.
  • Educational Reimbursement Program: Support for degree programs and certifications.
  • Full Benefits Package: Includes life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

KI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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