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UPLIFT Desk · 2 months ago

Sales & Business Development Manager – Chicago Showroom

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

UPLIFT Desk is a fast-growing, mid-sized Direct To Consumer (DTC) brand company specializing in ergonomic workstations. They are seeking a motivated Showroom & Business Development Manager to lead their flagship showroom in Chicago, balancing showroom leadership with strategic business development to drive sales growth and enhance customer experience.

FurnitureIndustrial ManufacturingInformation TechnologyMade to OrderManufacturingTelecommunications

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Oversee daily showroom operations, ensuring an exceptional visitor experience

Lead, coach, and develop the showroom team, including scheduling and onboarding

Maintain high merchandising standards and ensure product readiness

Provide expert ergonomic product consultations

Resolve customer issues and ensure a positive in-showroom experience

Monitor and improve sales performance metrics

Develop and execute strategies to grow corporate and designer client accounts

Build strong relationships with industry professionals and local business leaders

Conduct client site visits to deliver tailored ergonomic solutions

Proudly represent the UPLIFT brand at networking events, industry trade shows, and community gatherings

Prepare professional sales presentations and proposals

Partner with marketing to drive lead generation and outreach initiatives

Qualification

Business developmentSales leadershipCRM/ERP proficiencyCustomer serviceSales data analysisPassion for ergonomicsNetworking skillsCommunicationInterpersonal skillsTeam collaboration

Required

At least three years of showroom, retail, or customer-facing sales leadership, ideally in furniture, design, or a related industry

Proven track record in business development or B2B sales with measurable results

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-first approach

Passion for ergonomics, health, and workplace wellness

Experience with customer service, merchandising, and analyzing sales data

Proficiency with CRM/ERP systems and Google Workspace tools

Preferred

A strong local network in the Chicago design or business community is preferred

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Design, or related field is a plus

Experience with HubSpot CRM

Familiarity with NetSuite ERP

Experience creating lead generation campaigns using tools like Apollo or Hunter.io

Prior work in an e-commerce or hybrid retail environment

Benefits

A merit-based environment that rewards growth and accomplishment regardless of seniority

Generous paid time off

4% 401K company matching with instant vesting (after one year)

Excellent group health insurance available to employees and dependents, including domestic partners (4 medical plans, 2 dental plans, and a vision plan to choose from)

Flexible spending account (FSA) for health care and child care costs

Company-paid & Supplementary Life Insurance; Long-term & Short-term disability

Free UPLIFT Desk (after one year)

50% discount on all UPLIFT products

Free healthy (and not so healthy) snacks and drinks

On-the-job training and skills development

A supportive and engaging work culture that promotes healthy living