At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. We listen. We observe. We understand that each customer has unique needs. So, we pride ourselves on helping our customers make smart furniture decisions by offering expert advice, design options and personalized solutions. Since 1941, we’ve positioned KI as the furniture company that best understands the furniture industry and is committed to providing customers with the smart solutions. By targeting specific markets with solutions for business furniture, university furniture, educational furniture, healthcare furniture and government furniture, we can quickly respond to our customers’ unique needs – including the choice to procure furniture according to what fits their ordering and fulfillment process. That’s why we say we offer far more than furniture. We’re Furnishing Knowledge.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a Design and Sales Coordinator to work with our Mid Atlantic sales team. This fully remote role will provide support to KI designers, sales reps, dealers, Architects and Designers and customers to help obtain specifications for KI products. The ideal location for this individual to reside is in Maryland or the DC Metro area and will provide coverage in Maryland, Washington, DC and Northern Virginia with rare travel down to Richmond.
Responsibilities include space planning and design assistance, converting designs to quote estimates, finish sample processing, product sample management, customer and A&D event coordination, inspiration and design center operations and sales meeting coordination.
This role requires working knowledge of CET/CAD, and Espec applications, space-planning, interior design, and related design support as assigned. Broad product knowledge, responsive communication, and accurate follow-through are essential to delivering exemplary customer service throughout the sales cycle.
What you Need to Succeed:
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in business, drafting, interior design, architectural design, or related field.
- Valid driver’s license.
- A professional design credential is strongly recommended. Auto CAD/CET proficiency, rendering skills, spatial awareness, and the ability to read 2D prints and understand 3D geometry are required when performing assigned design responsibilities.
- Microsoft Office and Salesforce knowledge is preferred.
- Strong organization, time management, communication, customer service, technology, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
What KI Offers You:
- Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – be a part-owner of the company!
- Health & Wellness: Competitive Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Future Planning: 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Time Off: Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays
- Wellness Perks: Fitness reimbursement programs
- Discounts: Special pricing on company products
- Education: Support for degree programs and certifications
- Full Benefits: Includes life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us?
Apply today!
KI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Associate or bachelor's degree in business, drafting, interior design, architectural design, or a related field
- Valid driver's license
- Professional design credential
- AutoCAD/CET proficiency
- Rendering skills
- Spatial awareness
- Ability to read 2D prints and understand 3D geometry
- Microsoft Office knowledge
- Salesforce knowledge
- Strong organization and time-management skills
- Strong communication, customer service, technology, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills
What We Do
KI (Krueger International, Inc.) is an employee-owned contract furniture manufacturer headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin. It designs and manufactures adaptable furniture and related service solutions for education, healthcare, government, and corporate environments. Its offerings include seating, desks, tables, casegoods, architectural walls, workspace systems, library and dormitory furniture, and accessories, supported by a customer-focused procurement and fulfillment approach.
