Hajoca
KOHLER Design and Sales Consultant
While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required. Kohler Signature Store , 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, California, United States of America Req #7689 Tuesday, March 11, 2025 Hajoca Corporation
is one of the country’s largest privately-held wholesale distributors of plumbing, heating & cooling, and industrial supplies. Founded in 1858, Hajoca is a company based on the principles of “Service, Integrity, Reliability,” and on relationships of trust and support with teammates, customers, and suppliers. Throughout its history, Hajoca has played an active role in shaping advances in plumbing. Kohler Signature Store
is looking for a
Design and Sales Consultant
at their
Solana Beach, CA
location. The compensation package includes a base pay of
$21 per hour plus commission , along with a
five -month guaranteed compensation of $1,750 per month. The Design and Sales Consultant distinguishes the store by offering intuitive design and sales expertise allowing the customer to experience the Kohler brand and exceeding their shopping expectations. The consultant should be energetic, passionate about kitchen and bath design, personable, and have professional sales experience. About the Role: You will: Provide expert product selection assistance and design services to our showroom customers both in the showroom and at the customer’s location. Ensure the highest levels of customer satisfaction in order to meet or exceed the established sales and gross profit goals, and to increase profit sharing. Provide hospitality and warmly welcome each customer. Sell and provide in-store and/or in-home design consultations for kitchen and bathrooms. Articulate your showroom value proposition to get your customer’s attention, engage them, teach them, and show them the value you provide. Determine customer needs, direct them to the best products to address their needs, discover potential hurdles, and keep the sale moving forward. Build and maintain long-term customer relationships, creating referrals and repeat business. Develop and maintain knowledge of product lines and features. Leverage Hajoca technology to guide product selections, review product specifications, pricing, and availability. Use sales reports and sales forecasting tools to meet or exceed established sales targets. Follow-up on leads and generate new business. Enter sales orders and bids, expedite purchases, stay engaged with customers from the beginning to the end of projects. Process showroom sale returns and refund paperwork in accordance with Company policy and procedure. Keep showroom clean, neat, current, stocked, and safely displayed. Join industry associations and attend professional events to stay informed about design trends, new products, and to build business relationships. Successfully complete required safety and compliance training programs as assigned. Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. About You: Undergraduate/trade/design school education preferred, or equivalent experience required. Knowledge of products sold in the showroom preferred. Experience working with luxury, high-end products and customers. Minimum 5+ years sales experience with proven record of exceeding sales goals. Ability to work weekends. Possess strong verbal and written skills. Valid driver's license. Our ideal candidate will also: Be knowledgeable of kitchen and bath design trends. Have experience with architectural blueprints and have a strong sense of aesthetics. Effectively use Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word) to communicate via email, maintain customer contact files and appointment calendars, and create and analyze reports. Demonstrate outstanding customer service and verbal/telephone communications skills. Demonstrate a deep product knowledge related to kitchen/bath trends to be able to answer customer questions and identify opportunities to upsell or cross sell. Be able to overcome objections by understanding customer needs, providing targeted solutions, and closing the sale. Be able to build influential relationships and trust with key vendor partners. Be able to build positive working relationships and inspire teamwork with co-workers. Be able to plan, organize, and multi-task. Be able to learn and operate the computer related systems used to process orders. Read, write, speak and understand English. Be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Possess excellent planning, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Be capable of being a strong leader, able to quickly build trust, and manage a results-driven and service-minded team. Be self-directed, detailed, and highly organized. Manage and develop customer, trade, and Kohler relationships. The benefits of working with us: Our culture is well-suited for exceptional people who use their talents to drive business and want to share in the financial success their efforts yield. In addition to a competitive starting wage, we offer a Profit-Sharing Program that provides each team member with an opportunity to earn a direct share of the profits on an annual basis. In addition to our generous compensation package, Hajoca also offers: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage Life insurance and Long Term Disability Pre-tax accounts for healthcare and dependent care Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time (sick time also offered to PT team members as required by state law) Paid pregnancy and parental leave Paid day of community service Full-time and part-time benefits: 401(k) Retirement cash account with company contributions Targeted training programs focused on your personal and professional growth Company wellness program Employee discounts College tuition benefits *Please note that benefit offerings may differ for teammates covered under a collective bargaining agreement or employed through an intern program. EEOC Statement Hajoca Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category pursuant to federal, state or local laws and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any such categories/status. Hajoca values diversity, equity and inclusion and this policy applies to all employment practices at Hajoca. Hajoca is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities including, but not limited to, during the application process. Please let us know if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability. We are a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon pre-employment drug screening, subject to any federal, state and local laws. Other details: Pay Type: Hourly Apply Now
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While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required. Kohler Signature Store , 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, California, United States of America Req #7689 Tuesday, March 11, 2025 Hajoca Corporation
is one of the country’s largest privately-held wholesale distributors of plumbing, heating & cooling, and industrial supplies. Founded in 1858, Hajoca is a company based on the principles of “Service, Integrity, Reliability,” and on relationships of trust and support with teammates, customers, and suppliers. Throughout its history, Hajoca has played an active role in shaping advances in plumbing. Kohler Signature Store
is looking for a
Design and Sales Consultant
at their
Solana Beach, CA
location. The compensation package includes a base pay of
$21 per hour plus commission , along with a
five -month guaranteed compensation of $1,750 per month. The Design and Sales Consultant distinguishes the store by offering intuitive design and sales expertise allowing the customer to experience the Kohler brand and exceeding their shopping expectations. The consultant should be energetic, passionate about kitchen and bath design, personable, and have professional sales experience. About the Role: You will: Provide expert product selection assistance and design services to our showroom customers both in the showroom and at the customer’s location. Ensure the highest levels of customer satisfaction in order to meet or exceed the established sales and gross profit goals, and to increase profit sharing. Provide hospitality and warmly welcome each customer. Sell and provide in-store and/or in-home design consultations for kitchen and bathrooms. Articulate your showroom value proposition to get your customer’s attention, engage them, teach them, and show them the value you provide. Determine customer needs, direct them to the best products to address their needs, discover potential hurdles, and keep the sale moving forward. Build and maintain long-term customer relationships, creating referrals and repeat business. Develop and maintain knowledge of product lines and features. Leverage Hajoca technology to guide product selections, review product specifications, pricing, and availability. Use sales reports and sales forecasting tools to meet or exceed established sales targets. Follow-up on leads and generate new business. Enter sales orders and bids, expedite purchases, stay engaged with customers from the beginning to the end of projects. Process showroom sale returns and refund paperwork in accordance with Company policy and procedure. Keep showroom clean, neat, current, stocked, and safely displayed. Join industry associations and attend professional events to stay informed about design trends, new products, and to build business relationships. Successfully complete required safety and compliance training programs as assigned. Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. About You: Undergraduate/trade/design school education preferred, or equivalent experience required. Knowledge of products sold in the showroom preferred. Experience working with luxury, high-end products and customers. Minimum 5+ years sales experience with proven record of exceeding sales goals. Ability to work weekends. Possess strong verbal and written skills. Valid driver's license. Our ideal candidate will also: Be knowledgeable of kitchen and bath design trends. Have experience with architectural blueprints and have a strong sense of aesthetics. Effectively use Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word) to communicate via email, maintain customer contact files and appointment calendars, and create and analyze reports. Demonstrate outstanding customer service and verbal/telephone communications skills. Demonstrate a deep product knowledge related to kitchen/bath trends to be able to answer customer questions and identify opportunities to upsell or cross sell. Be able to overcome objections by understanding customer needs, providing targeted solutions, and closing the sale. Be able to build influential relationships and trust with key vendor partners. Be able to build positive working relationships and inspire teamwork with co-workers. Be able to plan, organize, and multi-task. Be able to learn and operate the computer related systems used to process orders. Read, write, speak and understand English. Be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Possess excellent planning, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Be capable of being a strong leader, able to quickly build trust, and manage a results-driven and service-minded team. Be self-directed, detailed, and highly organized. Manage and develop customer, trade, and Kohler relationships. The benefits of working with us: Our culture is well-suited for exceptional people who use their talents to drive business and want to share in the financial success their efforts yield. In addition to a competitive starting wage, we offer a Profit-Sharing Program that provides each team member with an opportunity to earn a direct share of the profits on an annual basis. In addition to our generous compensation package, Hajoca also offers: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage Life insurance and Long Term Disability Pre-tax accounts for healthcare and dependent care Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time (sick time also offered to PT team members as required by state law) Paid pregnancy and parental leave Paid day of community service Full-time and part-time benefits: 401(k) Retirement cash account with company contributions Targeted training programs focused on your personal and professional growth Company wellness program Employee discounts College tuition benefits *Please note that benefit offerings may differ for teammates covered under a collective bargaining agreement or employed through an intern program. EEOC Statement Hajoca Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category pursuant to federal, state or local laws and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any such categories/status. Hajoca values diversity, equity and inclusion and this policy applies to all employment practices at Hajoca. Hajoca is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities including, but not limited to, during the application process. Please let us know if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability. We are a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon pre-employment drug screening, subject to any federal, state and local laws. Other details: Pay Type: Hourly Apply Now
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