Sales Representative/Store Manager
At Fireplace Gallery, we are committed to delivering high-quality home comfort products, from luxurious fireplaces to refreshing outdoor living spaces. We are seeking a Sales Representative and Store Manager responsible for generating new business opportunities, including sales prospecting, building a sales pipeline, and store management.
The idea candidate should have a strong understanding of the sales process, excel at researching and following up on leads, starting new relationships, and setting up our company for success and must have strong communication skills and the ability to showcase our product offerings in a compelling way.
Objectives of this Role
· Generate leads and build relationships by nurturing prospects and finding potential new sales opportunities
· Identify customer needs and suggest appropriate products
· Build long-term, trusting relationships with customers
· Create estimates and follow up with customers
· Proactively seek new business opportunities within the builder community and other local businesses and promote company products and services
· Identify marketing opportunities needed to promote our company and products
· Follow up with leads on a consistent basis and track progress
· Meet or exceed established sales goals
· Participate in special events and trade shows
· Understand and demonstrate a level of expertise in our products
· Maintain the overall condition of the store and ensure products are effectively showcased
· Customer relationship management with existing and new customers
Qualifications
· 3+ years of sales and management experience
· Strong negotiation and sales closure abilities
· Superior time management and organizational skills
· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
· Strong team leadership and mentoring abilities
· Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
· Ability to create and cultivate new relationships
· Ability to promote a strong sense of urgency for reaching goals
· Excellent computer skills
· Degree in business or marketing a plus