Designer​/Sales Specialist In-Store

Overview

The Designer/Sales Specialist position is responsible for driving results through the designing of custom spaces and other storage and organization solutions in store. This position is a strong leader and role model who displays excellent selling skills while maintaining a focus on exceptional customer service.

Established in 1978, The Container Store has grown to be the leading specialty retailer of storage and organization products in the United States and the only national retailer solely devoted to the category. We provide creative, multifunctional, customizable storage and organization solutions that help our customers save time, save space and improve the quality of their lives. We foster a culture built around our Foundation Principles, which define how we approach our relationships with our employees, vendors, customers and communities and influence every aspect of our business.

• Collaborates and works with customers to design customized plans in a clear and professional manner
• Drives all the services available with each customer interaction:
  In-Home Designing, In-Home Organizing, installation, financing, and loyalty
• Focuses on closing sales efficiently, to build repeat and referral business with customers
• Consistently maintains clear communication with Managers and Support Center partners to seamlessly complete projects from inquiry to installation to achieve sales goals
• Leads the sales floor and performs other tasks or duties in partnership with Managers
• Remains current with The Container Store training, selling, product knowledge, promotions, processes and philosophies when interacting with customers and store employees
• Actively leads and participates in the daily maintenance of the custom space area and visual presentation of the store
• As a brand ambassador, enthusiastically drives, motivates, and supports all company initiatives by modeling and coaching professional and productive behaviors with store employees to achieve store goals
• Proficiently and consistently uses company tools and email

• Rewarding pay to recognize the value you bring to the team. Starting at $20.00 an hour, up to $24.00 an hour.
• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with optional investment guidance and assistance offered through Fidelity.
• Unique "1equals3" website for easy access to your benefits information and company updates.
• Competitive sick pay and PTO plan.

• Basic life insurance, disability insurance options, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Parental leave policies, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fertility & maternity support program.
• Paid holidays, gym membership discounts, and a qualified transportation benefits program.
• Discounts on products, custom spaces, services, gift cards, and pet insurance.
• Recognition through service awards, retirement gifts, and awards for exemplary performance.
• Participation in Employee Resource and Affinity Groups and community giving.

• College degree preferred
• 2-5 years sales and clientele experience preferred