Sales Associate

Visual Comfort & Co.
Austin, TX
Category Sales
Job Description
We are seeking a driven professional to work as a Sales Associate in our Austin showroom. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering exceptional client service and consistently meeting sales objectives across both lighting and systems product categories.

Requirements

  • 3+ years' experience in retail or showroom sales, ideally in luxury home furnishings, lighting, or building materials
  • Background in interior design, custom home building products, luxury furnishings, and/or lighting required
  • High School Diploma required: Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; D365 knowledge preferred
  • Experienced with CRM/ERP systems for client management and project tracking
  • Project management skills, able to manage client expectations and timelines efficiently
  • Strong knowledge of product design, including interpreting floor plans and lighting layouts
  • Technical understanding of lighting specs (color temperature, CRI, lumens, dimming) and control systems (e.g., Lutron, Control4)
  • Skilled in establishing connections with architects, builders, and designers, and representing the brand at industry events
  • Proficient in preparing proposals, BOMs, and technical documentation
  • Excellent communication, emotional intelligence, and professionalism in client interactions
  • Organized, detail-oriented, able to handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Stays up-to-date on lighting technologies and participates in ongoing training
  • Consistently represents Visual Comfort's brand values and commitment to service

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Health Benefits
  • 401(k) plan with company matching up to 4%
  • Company-provided life insurance and short-term disability coverage
  • Competitive base salary plus monthly variable compensation
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