Brand Ambassador

Summary The Brand Ambassador is responsible for spreading the brand awareness of MSI products and increasing brand identity by visiting and performing storytelling sessions and product seminars to customers. They coordinate with customers to maintain appropriate quantities of promotional materials and participate in networking events to promote brand awareness in and around their designated market. Work Hours Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM, 1 Saturday(s) a month from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM Seniority Level Associate Employment Type Full-time To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to do the following: Responsible for the promotion of MSI products. Visit builders, architects, designers, kitchen dealers, and remodelers for the purpose of promoting the products and increasing brand identity Performs story telling seminars at the customer’s location. Accurately maintains customer database and generates sales reports as needed. Attends trade shows, conventions, and other onsite seminars. Consistently works with existing customers to retain and increase their business. Coordinates with customers to maintain appropriate quantities of promotional materials. Increases brand awareness through strategic placement of advertisement. Perform additional duties as required and or requested. Attend happy hours and after hour business events to promote MSI Constantly prospecting for new clients in designated market Additionally the candidate must meet the following education and/or experience requirements: High school education required; some college work completed preferred. Two (2) years of retail merchandising experience preferred Minimum of two (2) years of related industry experience; natural stone, tile or hard flooring industries, preferred. Excellent communication skills, self-motivated, self-starter, sense of urgency, personable, extroverted personality, well-organized Provide high level of customer service Problem-solving skills with the habit of being proactive Intermediate skills in MS Outlook, Word and Excel Previous experience using iPad, iPhone or smart phones would be helpful Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends, evenings and holidays Willingness to travel, up to 50% of travelling required This Role Has The Following Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with their hands and arms; and communicate verbally. The employee frequently walks, stands and occasionally sits. The employee must regularly lift, pull and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Benefits Referral, Holiday, and Annual Bonuses Annual pay increases Paid Time Off Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Company-paid Short Term and Long Term disability Company-paid Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with company matching contributions Charitable donation matching programs Free, company-sponsored 1-on-1 tutoring for children/dependents of MSI employees in grades k-12, including free tutoring for SAT and ACT tests About MSI: Founded in 1975, MSI is a leading supplier of flooring tile, countertops, wall and backsplash tile and hardscaping surfaces products in North America. Headquartered in Orange, California, MSI also maintains over 50 state-of-the-art showroom and distribution centers across the U.S. and Canada. MSI's product line includes an extensive offering of Granite, Quartz, Porcelain, Luxury Vinyl flooring, Slate, Marble, Travertine, Sandstone, Limestone, Quartzite, onyx, stacked stone and pavers imported from over 36 countries on six continents. Over the years, MSI has been the recipient of many prestigious awards including: Top 5 fastest growing companies - OC Business Journal Supplier Diversity Award - Home Depot #1 Flooring Distributor multiple years in a row - Floor Covering Weekly Top Workplaces Award winner multiple times - Top Workplaces MSI Founder named the Entrepreneur of the Year - Ernst and Young MSI is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and fosters inclusion and belonging for all employees. We provide a work environment that allows all employees to do their best work, free from all forms of discrimination. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, military status, religion, disability status, or any other legally protected group. MSI provides reasonable accommodations for all employees and applicants. If you believe you require an accommodation, please speak with your recruiter or a member of our HR team. #J-18808-Ljbffr