Designer

American Woodmark is one of the nation's largest cabinet manufacturers. By partnering with major home centers, builders, and dealers, we spark the imagination of homeowners and designers and bring their vision to life. Across our service and distribution centers, our corporate office and manufacturing facilities, you'll always find the same commitment to customer satisfaction, integrity, teamwork, and excellence.

Position Purpose

To support the selling process by preparing layouts and quotes for the sales staff and to manage the customer file by building effective relationships in an effort to profitably sell kitchen and bath cabinets on a day-to-day basis while meeting and/or exceeding sales and expense targets.

Essential Functions

Prepare layouts, quotes, and bids for sales staff by creating simple to moderate designs.Focus on salability of designs and option and upgrade packages that focus on increasing take per unitBe able to convert or amend existing design plans/templates to varying dimensionsManage contract expiration dates and filesImplement all price increases by updating and processing all paperwork to maintain marginsMonitor SAM 24 pricing report to minimize lost revenueEffectively manage project deadlines and budget constraintsMaster intermediate level of 2020 design skillsRemain current on all AWC product changes and introductionsBuild effective business relationships with customer purchasing managers and design center personnelAssist in resolving day to day problems with field and operations, Sales Reps and customer purchasing managersPerform other duties as requested, directed or assignedAdditional responsibilities include preparation and review of kitchen cabinet layouts and designs for function, aesthetics and cost; blueprint reading; and preparation of daily and monthly reports.Supervisory Responsibilities: * Typically, this position does not have supervisory responsibilities.Performs other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standards

Ideal Candidate Profile

Work Experience

1-3 years Minimum of 1 to 3 years of kitchen and bath experience - Required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Familiar with Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word and Excel.Skills in computer assisted design software, knowledge of 2020 software preferred.Excellent oral and written communication skillsProactive problem-solving skillsTechnical aptitude and ability to understand the construction businessAbility to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlinesKnowledge of the selling process and bid preparationLanguage Skills: Ability to read and interpret business reports, technical drawings, and customer specifications. Communicate effectively with customers, builders, and internal teams to resolve issues and ensure project alignment.Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform calculations related to measurements, design specifications, and material quantities.Reasoning Ability: Strong analytical and decision-making skills to manage multiple priorities and resolve complex project or customer challenges.

Education

High School Diploma or GED Formal technical design training from trade school or program; Undergraduate degree in design, business or related field or relative experience - Required

Licenses and Certifications

Salary range: $46,114 – $64,563

Benefits Package Includes

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The American Woodmark Corporation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, military and veteran status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy, or any other legally-protected characteristic; and it will comply with all applicable state discrimination laws. No person will be denied employment solely because of a disability, provided that the person can perform the essential functions of the position for which the person has applied, either with or without reasonable accommodations.