Posted: July, 2006

 

Listings below are in alphabetical order.

 

Coraggio Textiles
Los Angeles Showroom Sales Person

Coraggio Textiles is a converter, importer and distributor of high-end textiles for use in the home furnishing industry selling some of the finest fabrics woven in Europe seeks a qualified sales person for their Los Angeles Showroom.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Working history of 3 years in the Interior Design industry
  • Strong sales background and relationship with high end designers
  • Experience with outside sales a plus
  • Working knowledge of upholstery and drapery manufacturing
  • Computer literate

Salary with monthly incentives and full benefits.

If you are interested in this position please fax your resume to: 310-659-4857

Attn: Line Lapointe or e-mail to: linel@coraggio.com

 

David Sutherland Showroom
Showroom Support Associate

David Sutherland Showroom is a full-service, multi-line collection of the finest furniture, fabric, lighting, wallcovering and accessory lines from around the world. For 25 years, David Sutherland's showrooms have reflected his talent for providing the right resources to the right client by cultivating relationships with designers, architects and manufacturers.

Our Los Angeles Showroom is currently accepting resumes for a Showroom Support Associate.

  • At least 1 year of furniture / textile industry experience preferred.
  • Duties include maintaining showroom display, performing showroom maintenance, and maintenance of memo and tear sheet libraries.
  • Compensation package including salary, commission opportunity and benefits.

This is a great opportunity. We represent high-end lines and have an exceptional showroom team.

Please hand-deliver a current resume to Steven Tobey, Showroom Manager, David Sutherland Showroom. We are located in the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood. 8687 Melrose Ave., Suite B-182, Los Angeles, CA 90069. Telephone 310-360-1777.

Interviews will be scheduled upon resume review. Hand-delivery of resume is preferred. Emailed resumes will not be reviewed.

For more information about our company, you may visit our Web site at: http://www.davidsutherlandshowroom.com/

 

Greystone Home Collection
Outside Sales – Southern California

www.greystonehomecollection.com

A dynamic, innovative and service-driven national home furnishings company is seeking a self-motivated, experienced Outside Sales Representative for the Southern California interior design market. Strong relationships within the A&D community as well as honed presentation and organizational skills are required. Competitive compensation including full benefits. Please send resume to mnielsen@greystonehomecollection.com or fax to 310-358-9393.

 

Greystone Home Collection
Outside Sales - Las Vegas Region

www.greystonehomecollection.com

A dynamic, innovative and service-driven national home furnishings company is seeking a self-motivated, experienced Outside Sales Representative for the Las Vegas and Arizona architecture and interior design market. Strong relationships within the A&D community as well as honed presentation and organizational skills are required. Competitive compensation including full benefits. Please send resume to mnielsen@greystonehomecollection.com or fax to 310-358-9393.

 

Houles USA Inc.
Showroom Manager

Houles USA is a European high-end designer and manufacturer of trimmings for interior design with International and National showroom locations.

We are currently seeking a design candidate to manage the daily operations of our Pacific Design Center showroom. Responsibilities include assisting clientele in the selection of products for design projects. Computerized processing and follow up associated with placement of orders. Quality customer service and ability to develop customer base. Plus, additional showroom responsibilities.

Candidate must be self motivated with a positive attitude and able to work independently and as a team. Dependable with excellent communication and organizational skills. Prior experience in the design industry preferred. Excellent Benefits Package.

Please e-mail cover letter and resume to:
Helen@houlesusa.com
or fax to: 310-652-6066

 

Kneedler|Fauchère Group
Account Assistant: Two Full Time Positions Available

Gregorius|Pineo, now in its 21st year as a fine quality antique furniture reproductions company, is looking for two experienced Account Assistants.  This is a new position in the company.  Experience in customer service and/or sales, particularly with high-end customers, is strongly preferred. 

Account Assistants will work closely with our three existing Account Managers to support customer orders from start to finish.  Account Assistants will primarily be responsible for invoicing, shipping, freight quotes and certain purchase orders.  Account Assistants will work with customers, vendors, salespeople, purchasing agents and freight companies in assisting the Account Managers in tracking and facilitating orders.

Gregorius|Pineo’s furniture collection is sold in ten showrooms across the country.  In the past year, we have introduced over 50 new designs.  As we continue to grow and expand, we are looking for the right people to join our team.

Required competencies:

  • EXPERIENCE in high-end customer service and/or sales
  • Thrive in a team environment
  • Eagerness to learn
  • Negotiating skills     
  • Problem solving/Decision making skills
  • Organizational skills           
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • PC computer skills—Word, Excel, Outlook.

Email resumes with references to Bob Allred at ballred@gregoriuspineo.com or fax Bob at (310) 204-0461.

 

Kneedler|Fauchère Group
Inside Sales Assistant: Two Full Time Positions Available

Kneedler|Fauchère Los Angeles, a high-end, wholesale, multi-line showroom located in Pacific Design Center, is looking for two Inside Sales Assistants (ISS Assistants) to work on the showroom floor with our Inside Sales Representatives.  Previous sales experience required.  Experience working with high-end customers preferred.

ISS Assistants work closely with Inside Sales Representatives and with customers.  ISS Assistants provide tearsheets, pricing and general assistance to customers.  They communicate regularly with Inside Sales Representatives about orders and any problems in the sales process.  In addition, ISS Assistants generate, follow-up and finalize customer quotes while keeping the Inside Sales Representatives updated on quote status.

The Kneedler|Fauchére showroom features furniture, fabrics, lighting and accessories and the ISS Assistants are expected to develop a core understanding of each line.

Required competencies:

  • Sales Experience
  • Negotiating Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Initiative
  • Basic Business Math
  • PC Computer skills – Word, Excel, Outlook. IMPACT knowledge helpful.
  • Problem Solving Skills
  • Verbal and Written Communication Skills
  • Collaborative Skills
  • Independent Worker/Team Player
  • Positive and Professional Style

Please fax resumes with references to 310.855.1301.

 

Niermann Weeks
Intern

This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in the design industry to gain experience in the design world. Intern will:

  • Help around the showroom  
  • Hang wallpaper wings
  • Pull samples
  • Work in an administrative capacity
  • Organize sample room 

Please email Michelle Schulz at mschulz@niermannweeks.com with resume.

 

Old World Weaver
Outside Sales Representative

Old World Weavers is looking to fill the following position: Outside Sales Representative

Description of Job Responsibilities:

  • Primarily to build new business from accounts not currently registered with the showroom. 
  • Call on existing accounts that require outside services.
  • Work together with the showroom team when not on sales calls.

Industry experience preferred.  Candidate must have very strong interpersonal skills and a self-starter attitude. If you are interested in this position please fax your resume to: 310-657-2191   Attn: Lorelei or e-mail it to: lpavlovsky@starkcarpet.com

 

Robert Allen Fabrics
Sales Consultant - Furniture

When you join The Robert Allen Group, the nation’s leading designer and marketer of decorative fabrics and home furnishings, you join a lively company that is known for its vision, style, creativity and commitment to quality and service. Our showroom works exclusively with interior designers, decorators and architects offering the best of fine fabrics, home furnishings and accessories.

Provides professional and knowledgeable sales service to clients while achieving sales objectives through the implementation of account management programs. Primary assigned product category includes but is not limited to furniture and accessories. This position is also responsible for building strong clientele base, notifying clients of new products, following through on the status of sales orders and participating in showroom events. Also maintains strong product knowledge and participates in the maintenance of the showroom’s appearance

Qualifications include a minimum of five years sales experience in a showroom or retail environment. Must have the demonstrated ability to achieve and/or exceed sales goals. Progressive negotiation and account management skills also required. Home furnishings industry experience and PC skills highly desired. This position is compensated on a draw against commission basis.We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401(k) and educational assistance.

Interested candidates should apply by resume to:
Beacon Hill/Robert Allen Showroom or Robert Allen Showroom,
8687 Melrose Suite B484,
Los Angeles, California 90069.
Phone 310-659-6454,
Fax 310-659-0306,
aamerson@robertallendesign.com,
Equal Opportunity Employer

 

Stark Carpet
Salesperson

Stark Carpet is currently seeking carpet salespeople to learn the business from the ground up.  Candidates should be energetic, eager to learn and able to grow as the company progresses.

If interested please fax your resume to Stark Carpet at F) 310-657-8634   Attn: Paul Tomack or e-mail it to: ptomack@starkcarpet.com

 

Thomas Lavin
Customer Service Rep

Customer Service Rep position open at high-end, multi-line Home Furnishings Trade Showroom.  The boutique company is fast-paced and dynamic with a team that is passionate about their work.   

Applicant works well under pressure; has an excellent phone manner and personal presentation.  Some knowledge of Home Furnishings Industry is helpful, but not required – you will learn quickly.  Attention to detail and positive attitude are required. 

The ideal candidate has a College Degree and has worked in high-pressure environments; additionally candidate works independently, is self-motivated and organized.  There are a multitude of strong personalities here, requiring the candidate to possess poise.

The following are requirements for the position:

  • Strong accounting skills, specifically in A/R and A/P
  • Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Experience with accounting program (experience with MAS 90 based accounting programs a plus)
  • Problem solving
  • Takes direction and is reliable
  • Pitch in where needed

Please fax resume to 310.278.2469 or drop off in person with Spring Gardiner.  No walk in appointments will be interviewed.

References required. Salary; Vacation & Paid Holidays, Medical Benefits

 

Thomas Lavin
Receptionist

Receptionist needed for busy high end multi-line furniture, lighting, and fabric Trade Showroom at Pacific Design Center.

This person will be responsible for answering and screening calls from vendors, interior designers and others in the design trade, and directing them to the proper person.  They will also welcome visitors to the showroom, pick-up and deliver mail, assist with mailings and other special events, help with giving price quotes, faxing orders and filing, and ordering office supplies, in addition to assisting the showroom staff as needed.

Skills needed:  Professional appearance, pleasant phone personality; and the ability to handle medium-heavy volume of calls.  The ideal candidate should be friendly, upbeat and professional and should possess strong computer skills, i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to multi-task.

Familiarity with the design industry helpful.

Please fax resume to 310.278.2469 or drop off in person with Spring Gardiner.  No walk in appointments will be interviewed.

Hours:  8:30AM-5:15PM

Compensation:  $10-$12 per hour, depending upon experience.  Vacation & Paid Holidays, Medical Benefits.

References required.