Kitchen & Bath Designer

Employment Position - Kitchen & Bath Designer

Summary of Position

This position is responsible for providing kitchen and bath cabinetry design services and sales consultation for contractors, remodelers, and homeowners. We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic candidates who will provide exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities of Position

• Guide customers through kitchen/bath layout design, product selection, and installation process.
• Create custom designs for customers using 20/20 Design Software, ensuring all required installation notes and details are captured in plans.
• Create price quotes and presentation packets for clients.
• Resolve Customer problems involving merchandise, design questions, product returns, etc.
• Work closely with customers, contractors (installers), and co-workers throughout the project to make certain that the project flows proficiently.
• Maintain accurate documentation of customer activity; document the customer sales process and maintain customer records in the CRM and other software and systems as requested.
• Read and understand blueprints and perform blueprint take-offs.
• Perform other assigned duties as directed by General Manager, including assisting with inside counter sales.

Required Skills

• Previous experience in kitchen/bath cabinetry design and sales is required.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Experience with 20/20 Design Software or equivalent.
• Solid computer aptitude, which includes proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of the selling process and bid preparation preferred.
• Strong organizational, math, and computer skills.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills with the ability to articulate ideas both verbally and in writing.
• Teamwork oriented.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Successful applicants are subject to pre-employment drug testing, pre-employment background check and driver history checks in accordance with applicable federal and state law.

Physical Requirements of Position

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.

• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; Reach with hands and arms; Talk and listen.

• Near visual acuity - clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print), including use of computers.
• Walk or move from one location to another.
• Occasionally may need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Punctuality and regular attendance consistent with the company's policies are required for the position.

• Subject to both typical showroom / warehouse environment and outside locations with temperature and weather variations.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Pay Rate / Wages & Benefits

$21 - $25 (Hourly Rate)

• Potential pay rate based upon region, experience, education, licenses and certifications
• Possibility of Commissions

R.P. Lumber Co. offers the following opportunities and benefits to Full-Time employees:

• Competitive Wages
• Health / Dental / Vision / Term-Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing / 401k
• Paid Time-off & Holidays
• Employee Merchandise Discount

R.P. Lumber Co. offers the following opportunities and benefits to Part-Time employees:

• Competitive Wages
• Profit Sharing / 401k
• Paid Time-off
• Employee Merchandise Discount

Candidates who meet our selection criteria will be contacted by phone or email for the next step in our hiring process.

Thank you for your interest in our position. We appreciate the time you have taken to apply with us.

R.P. Lumber Co., Inc. ("R.P. Lumber Co.") is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, handicap or disability, citizenship status, service member status, genetic information or any other category protected by federal or state law.