Design Consultant Job at Archadeck in Fairfield

Position Overview

We are Archadeck Outdoor Living, North America’s leading designer and builder of outdoor living spaces such as decks, porches, sunrooms, hardscape patios, and shade structures. We seek professionals with established expertise in residential design and the ability to identify customer’s requirements and design and sell our custom building solutions. Previous sales experience is a plus, but strong interpersonal communication skills are required, as are excellent customer service skills and a strong work ethic and ability to follow our documented processes.

Responsibilities

Present and sell company products and services to current and potential clients to satisfy their needs

Ensure that each client receives outstanding service by providing a friendly environment, maintaining solid product knowledge and all other aspects of customer service

Follow up on new leads and referrals resulting from franchise’s marketing activities and self- generated marketing activities

Actively pursue self-generating leads by participating in local trade organizations, trade alliances with industry-related products / services, and relationships with local architects

Anticipate and participate in marketing events such as seminars, trade shows, and telemarketing events

Identify, qualify sales prospects, contact, and follow through to close per the company’s documented sales process

Prepare presentations, proposals, and sales contracts

Develop and maintain current product knowledge of the deck, porch, and outdoor living product categories

Establish and maintain current client and potential client database list

Develop annual business plan in conjunction with the Business Owner which will focus the Design Consultant on meeting or exceeding sales quota

Adheres to all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent

2 years minimum of previous sales experience and a proven ability to achieve sales quotas

Basic knowledge of construction

Ability to learn how to read and interpret construction drawings

Strong reading, writing, arithmetic, and interpersonal communication skills

Familiarity and comfort with modern communication and computing technology

Interest in arts, design, and helping people

Ability to develop and deliver presentations

Ability to learn quickly to adapt to new environments / situations and innovate with regard to products, methods, and processes

Excellent driving record

Founded in 1980, Archadeck Outdoor Living is North America’s largest designer and builder of custom decks, screened porches, patios, sunrooms, outdoor living rooms, outdoor kitchens and other outdoor living structures. We have built over 135,000 structures and we are focused on design and quality of every project, from beginning to end. Everything from our custom designs and high-quality materials to our proven building process and superior warranties ensures a professional and stress-free experience for our clients.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Archadeck Corporate.

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