Kimball International · 5 hours ago
Showroom Experience Manager- Dallas, TX
Kimball International is seeking a Showroom Experience Manager to drive showroom utilization, sales enablement, and revenue generation. The role involves managing all aspects of the showroom to ensure exceptional client experiences, collaborating with sales teams, and executing event strategies to enhance customer engagement.
Building MaterialFurnitureInterior DesignManufacturing
Responsibilities
Elevate the brand at every customer interaction and being the communication link between Kimball International customers and company personnel
Collaborate with the sales team to develop sales strategies and promotional campaigns
Monitor and share progress toward achieving Showroom activation goals
Proactively own and drive initiatives to increase showroom utilization (meetings, events, outreach)
Build relationships with key clients and partners to build brand loyalty and generate business leads
Partner with Brand and local teams to prioritize NPI in tours and events
Work closely with internal leadership to expand knowledge and insight within our Health and Education strategy to drive vertical market success
Work closely with Kimball International Marketing on design and product decisions for the showroom as well as implement product change outs by hiring local installers. During product changes, the Showroom Experience Manager also partners with their RSD and regional team to sell off existing furniture to other tenants in the building, dealers, designers, or other interested parties
Develop strategies to enhance the overall customer experience within the showroom
Implement initiatives to ensure a positive and memorable customer journey
Responsible for creating, proposing, and executing an event strategy while partnering with local field sales and A&D teams to host these events
Work with internal and external parties to organize the various components needed to create, initiate, run, and conclude showroom events
Create and distribute invitations in line with brand standards
Support internal team with invitation creation and distribution
Attend / host events in the showroom, including after hours events
Maintain showroom’s visual presentation in accordance with direction set by the Kimball International Marketing team’s showroom strategy and direction while providing input from marketplace
Work closely with the marketing team to implement showroom-specific marketing plans
Ensure showroom branding and messaging align with the overall brand image
Coordinate showroom events, product launches, and customer engagement activities
Responsible for networking and communicating throughout the territory and local community to acquire showroom exposure & create brand awareness
Leverage digital marketing platforms and social media to promote the showroom
Monitor the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and make necessary adjustments
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the showroom, ensuring smooth functioning
Coordinate with various departments to ensure availability of products and services
Maintain inventory levels and oversee visual merchandising to showcase products effectively
Communicate with internal and external service providers to maintain showroom and office efficiencies
Manage payment/routing of invoices for various showroom functions
Monitor and manage the cleanliness and maintenance of the showroom
Implement operational processes and guidelines to streamline workflows
Provide support, guidance, and motivation to the team to achieve sales targets / activation goals
Foster a positive work environment and encourage teamwork among showroom staff
Enter analytics to SF.com with 100% accuracy on a weekly basis
Present observations, metrics, and recommendations to senior management
Monitor and manage the showroom budget, ensuring cost-effective operations
Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and market dynamics
Qualification
Required
Located near Dallas, TX and work primarily from the Dallas Showroom (2300 North Field Street, P400)
Strong sales mindset, creativity, and organizational excellence
Enthusiasm for connecting people to products
Keen eye for detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Financially responsible and highly organized
Maintain budgets, vendor coordination, and daily operations with accuracy and accountability
Create an engaging, high-performing showroom experience that fuels regional growth
Elevate the brand at every customer interaction
Collaborate with the sales team to develop sales strategies and promotional campaigns
Monitor and share progress toward achieving Showroom activation goals
Proactively own and drive initiatives to increase showroom utilization (meetings, events, outreach)
Build relationships with key clients and partners to build brand loyalty and generate business leads
Partner with Brand and local teams to prioritize NPI in tours and events
Work closely with internal leadership to expand knowledge and insight within our Health and Education strategy to drive vertical market success
Work closely with Kimball International Marketing on design and product decisions for the showroom
Implement product change outs by hiring local installers
Develop strategies to enhance the overall customer experience within the showroom
Implement initiatives to ensure a positive and memorable customer journey
Responsible for creating, proposing, and executing an event strategy while partnering with local field sales and A&D teams
Work with internal and external parties to organize the various components needed to create, initiate, run, and conclude showroom events
Create and distribute invitations in line with brand standards
Attend / host events in the showroom, including after hours events
Maintain showroom's visual presentation in accordance with direction set by the Kimball International Marketing team's showroom strategy
Ensure showroom branding and messaging align with the overall brand image
Coordinate showroom events, product launches, and customer engagement activities
Responsible for networking and communicating throughout the territory and local community to acquire showroom exposure & create brand awareness
Monitor the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and make necessary adjustments
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the showroom, ensuring smooth functioning
Coordinate with various departments to ensure availability of products and services
Maintain inventory levels and oversee visual merchandising to showcase products effectively
Communicate with internal and external service providers to maintain showroom and office efficiencies
Manage payment/routing of invoices for various showroom functions
Monitor and manage the cleanliness and maintenance of the showroom
Implement operational processes and guidelines to streamline workflows
Provide support, guidance, and motivation to the team to achieve sales targets / activation goals
Foster a positive work environment and encourage teamwork among showroom staff
Enter analytics to SF.com with 100% accuracy on a weekly basis
Present observations, metrics, and recommendations to senior management
Monitor and manage the showroom budget, ensuring cost-effective operations
Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and market dynamics
Approachable
Excellent collaboration and team building skills
Fit to the Kimball International culture and values
Ability to navigate ambiguity
Ability to initiate and engage in business discussions
Strong presentation, written, and verbal communication skills
Effective listening skills
Ability to handle customer concerns positively and proactively
Ability to interpret and clarify vague requests
Strong relationship building skills
Proven management abilities
Self-motivated
Effectively collaborate with any peer, leader, or Kimball international employee across the country
Providing multi-functional skill sets as needed in various team environments
Effective project management and organizational skills
Progressive self-starter
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment & detailed orientated
Presents oneself as knowledgeable and professional to the internal and external customer
Sensitivity to confidential matters
Professional appearance and proper business etiquette
Utilize product knowledge and persuasive selling skills to drive product sales
Effective and appropriate use of technology tools, including Microsoft applications and specification tools
Preferred
Undergraduate degree preferred in related field
Knowledge of the office furniture industry preferred
Company
Kimball International
Kimball International is a commercial furnishings company.
Funding
Current Stage
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