Bonitz is hiring: Design & Project Specialist in Greenville

Summary:

Bonitz, Inc. is looking for a full time, dynamic commercial Design and Product Specialist who has the capacity to lead and influence both internally and externally. The successful candidate will have the ability to develop and sustain long-term relationships with general contractors, architects, designers, owners, end users, and internal team members. This person is an expert at learning and understanding the industry, prospecting new business, cultivating a pipeline of existing business, and managing multiple projects from start to finish in a team environment.

Overview:

Founded in 1954, Bonitz, Inc. is an Employee-Owned Company operating as specialty trade commercial contractors servicing the construction industry. Bonitz designs and installs custom flooring, walls, ceilings, and cladding systems. We offer access, terrazzo and other specialty flooring as well as floor care. We are committed to providing best in class project consulting, project management, and craftsmanship while delivering superior service and practical solutions. Bonitz has divisions in SC, NC, GA, TN, VA, LA, and FL.

Position Essential Duties:

• Cultivate close relationships with the architecture & design community
• Work to help specify interior products through architectural firms
• Assist Bonitz Project Consultants in specifying products & obtaining bid lists
• Be the point person for developing strong vendor relationships with local manufacturer's representatives. This includes scheduling weekly product updates for the Bonitz team.
• Must become familiar from a product knowledge standpoint with carpet, resilient flooring, hardwoods, porcelain tile, ceilings & specialty products
• In addition to working with the design community, work whenever possible to cultivate relationships and specify products for end users directly.
• Attend vendor training sessions and/or vendor shows.
• Organize events for the design community such as an annual product trade show
• Must be available to attend and host industry events after 5pm

• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Critical Thinking, Time Management, Organization, Attention to Detail
• Professionalism
• Entertain customers, off hours is required
• 3+ years of industry experience required, preferable in Interior Design
• Bachelor's Degree preferred, preferable in Interior Design or Architecture
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point, social media including Facebook, Instagram and Linkedin.

• Ensure that all safety training and certifications are up to date or scheduled.
• Stay compliant with all Bonitz safety polices to ensure a safe and efficient workplace.
• Must be committed to working safely while accomplishing all tasks.
• Up to date knowledge of requirements for necessary equipment and training per job.