Interior Design Retail Sales Manager

In our global network of Design Centers, we offer complimentary interior design service and sell a full range of home furnishings, including custom furniture and artisan-crafted accents for every room in the home. We believe our associates are our greatest brand ambassadors, and we value talent, entrepreneurial drive, and the ability to build long-lasting relationships with our clients. An entrepreneurial attitude and approach with strong communication and organizational skills.Passion and proven experience leading others.Managing people and projects; preferably within a design-related environment.Demonstrated use of technology and social media to drive business; experience with Live Chat, Augmented Reality and 3D Room Planner a plus.As a Design Selling Leader, you: Partner with Managers and Designers to achieve the goals and increase overall performance of the design center.Manage, develop, train and motivate a team of design associates while maintaining a high level of customer contact.Partner with each associate to manage design projects, customer contacts and relationships, sales volume, design consultant effectiveness and overall customer satisfactionThis position requires team leadership and the ability to manage the design process including the ability to review and provide feedback on design projects using technical and creative skills in color and space planning.Demonstrated ability to practice residential interior design.Ability to train and coach for design, product knowledge, sales performance and customer service.Position Requirements: Ethan Allen is committed to offering a variety of benefits that allow associates to choose whether or not to participate based on personal and family needs.