Maiden Home is growing a team of forward-thinking individuals who possess unique strengths and perspectives, an innate ability to inspire their colleagues, and an eagerness to reimagine the world of luxury furnishings.
The Maiden Home Sales Team plays a pivotal role in nurturing the customer through the sales process. Our team serves as the face of our brand to the customer, exemplifying our premium brand positioning and voice as well as our customer-first mentality.
This is a unique opportunity to join a brand that is primed for its next stage of growth–with a proven competitive advantage in its ability to attract, motivate and retain top talent across a range of disciplines. At Maiden Home, you’ll find a workspace that encourages innovation, creative expression, and teamwork, and your experience will be shaped by your performance, contributions, and drive.
This a remote location based out of Chicago, IL or the surrounding area.
Responsibilities
- Generate sales through personal contacts as well as Maiden Home's current book of business to help achieve personal and overall sales goals
- Grow the Maiden Home trade business with opening new accounts through outreach and networking within the design community
- Travel locally and domestically for trade client consultations and visits
- Offer friendly, timely, and proactive communication as an authority and resource for designers
- Become and expert on Maiden Home's collection, including all styles, fabrics/leathers, design and construction details
- Act as the face of the Maiden Home brand to our design community, mastering Maiden Home's voice across partner and customer communications
- Plan and execute industry events and trade shows, as needed
Job Requirements
- The ideal candidate should be located in Chicago, IL or the surrounding area.
- 10+ years of experience in luxury design based sales, with an extensive personal book of business required.
- Proven ability to set and achieve sales goals, collaborate and influence the sale
- The ability to be proactive, take ownership of tasks, and identify areas of improvement
- Outside Sales experience preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate in a premium brand voice
- Strong attention to detail and relentless follow- through in a fast paced startup environment
- Outstanding problem solving skills; "can-do" attitude and resourcefulness; always willing to go the extra mile for the customer
- Strong time management skills
- Proficiency in Kustomer or similar CX software is a plus
- Candidates must have a reliable car and a valid, current driver's license
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Unlimited vacation
- Comprehensive health, vision and dental insurance plans including complimentary memberships to One Medical and Talkspace
- Furniture placement program and exclusive pricing for team members
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- 401(k) contribution plan
- 12 weeks paid parental leave
- 3-week paid sabbatical after 3 years
- Strong, growing company culture, including frequent happy hours and other team-wide and company-wide events
About Maiden Home
Maiden Home is an authority in the world of luxury home furnishings. The brand designs original pieces at its New York studio, sources exquisite materials from trusted partners around the world, and works directly with distinguished artisans to bring them to life—then, it delivers them with prices and lead times that are unheard of in the furniture industry.
Maiden Home’s unwavering commitment to exceptional design and quality is praised by leading interior designers and publications including Architectural Digest and Elle Decor, and it has brought the brand consistent year over year growth.
Maiden Home is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
Anticipated Salary Range: $100,000 - $140,000
Skills Required
- Located in Chicago, IL or surrounding area
- 10+ years of experience in luxury design-based sales with an extensive personal book of business
- Proven ability to set and achieve sales goals and influence sales
- Proactive ownership of tasks and continuous improvement mindset
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to communicate in a premium brand voice
- Strong attention to detail and relentless follow-through in a fast-paced startup environment
- Outstanding problem solving skills and a can-do, resourceful attitude
- Strong time management skills
- Reliable car and valid, current driver's license
- Outside sales experience
- Proficiency in Kustomer or similar CX software
What We Do
Maiden Home is a New York design house that stands on a deep appreciation for good design—design that tells rich stories of originality. Our collections are born of a desire to push the boundaries of form, explore the full potential of exquisite materials, and embrace rare artisanal techniques.
