Interior Design & Sales - Cabinets

TAL Building Centers Job Opportunity

We are part of the TAL Building Centers Family of Stores. Based in Vancouver, Washington, TAL Building Centers is a family-owned company helping to build better communities. At our building centers located throughout the Pacific Northwest, we create a positive experience for our customers, pros and homeowners alike, by providing guidance for innovative, smart building solutions. Our mission and core values drive everything we do.

Our Mission: We Help Build Better Communities

Our Core Values:

• We Are the Guide
• We Are Courteous
• We Are Ambitious
• We Are Accountable
• We Are Safe

So, why TAL? Because we're more than just a job – we're an opportunity to be part of something bigger. Embrace your potential, and together, let's build a brighter future.

Role Statement: Inside and branch-based with some outside measurements; accountable for transaction growth for existing accounts and new, walk-in, cash customers. Manage the sales process for customers from end-to-end: manage any specialty items consisting of doors, windows, cabinets, and millwork, or some combination of.

Location: This position will be performed onsite at our store. Remote work is not available for this role.

Outcomes for Success:

• Outreach to existing customers and make effective sales presentations.
• Establish relationships with existing customers and walk-ins and assess their requirements to offer tailored solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring their needs are met and concerns are addressed promptly.
• Consult with customers to determine functional and spatial requirements and prepare information regarding design, specifications, materials, equipment, estimated costs and building time.
• Prepare estimates and process all quotes, purchase orders, tickets, changes, invoices, etc. while following Quote Management Guidelines.
• Achieve greatest gross margin dollar potential on all sales.
• Assist with customer service problems, such as credits, refunds, returns, and exchanges.
• Communicate and coordinate with yard, store, and office personnel to ensure execution of the sales order to provide an exceptional customer experience.
• Handle special orders and assignments.
• Assist credit department to ensure all credit requirements have been met.
• Communicate effectively with customers and internal team members.
• Maintain current customer base and increase wallet share.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits: Benefits are an important part of overall compensation. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive array of quality benefits to support your health, your family, and your way of life.

Our benefits package for our full-time, benefit eligible employees is robust:

• Affordable health and dental insurance via a national network.
• HSA employer contributions.
• Employer paid vision insurance.
• Employer paid life insurance.
• Excellent paid time off, including your birthday!
• 401k options.
• Strong commitment to training, professional development and career advancement.
• Product discounts.
• Tons of other incentives, reward & recognition opportunities, and voluntary benefits!

Requirements:

• Minimum education of High School or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years proven design experience with a variety of job sizes and clientele.
• Position is most successful with ability at the office and showrooms with clients.
• Creative imagination and practical understanding of construction.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools and Point of Sale Programs.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to visit customer job sites.

Physical Requirements:

• This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required.
• This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, bending, or standing on a stool as necessary.
• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally
• Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
• Travel is required.

Wages: Starting wages will be based on years of experience and education.

TAL Building Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.