Sales Specialist (Commerical Furniture)

About KI

At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. 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 smart solutions. We manufacture innovative furniture and movable wall system solutions for education, healthcare, government, and corporate markets. KI is a 100% employee-owned and operated company.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Sales Specialist to join our Missouri sales team. In this role, you will support all of KI's core markets,includinghighereducation,K-12,commercial,healthcare,andstateandlocalgovernment.Youwillbuildrelationshipswithend-userclients,architectsanddesigners,dealers,generalcontractors,andrealestatedevelopersthroughouttheterritory.

Thisisaremote,homeoffice-basedposition.Thecompensationpackageincludesabasesalaryofapproximately$90,000,pluscommissionbeginningwiththefirstdollarsold.

Responsibilities

• Identify,advance,andclosesalesopportunities.
• RepresenttheKIbrandbyprovidingexpertiseinclientspaceapplicationsandworkplacesolutions.
• Buildstrongrelationshipswitharchitectsanddesigners,end-userclients,influencers,strategicpartners,andprospectivecustomerstogenerateleadsanddrivesalesgrowth.
• Facilitatelunch-and-learnpresentationswithclientsandindustrypartners.
• ConductContinuingEducationUnit(CEU)programsandeducationalevents.
• Maintainallsales-relatedactivityinSalesforce(SFDC),ensuringpipelinedataisaccurate,complete,andcurrent.
• ParticipateincommunityactivitiesandkeyindustryorganizationstogeneratesalesopportunitiesandenhanceKI'sbrandpresence.

What you Need to Succeed

• Previoussalesordesignexperienceinthefurnitureindustryorarelatedfieldpreferred.
• Existingrelationshipswitharchitects,designers,andend-userclientsareaplus.
• Abilitytotransportandcarrysalessamplesasneeded.
• ProficiencywithCRMtechnology,preferablySalesforce(SFDC).

What KI Offers You

• Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As an employee, you will have stock ownership in the company.
• Competitive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for your well-being.
• A 401(k) Plan with Company Match: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, & Holidays: Time off to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
• Employee Product Discounts: Special pricing on company products.
• Educational Reimbursement Program: Support for degree programs and certifications.
• Full Benefits Package: Includes life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

KI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.