Design Strategist- Chicago, IL
Kimball International, Inc. - Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290![Kimball International, Inc.](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.Job RequirementsThe ideal candidate would be located near Chicago, IL (Chicago, Indiana, or Wisconsin) with the ability to work out of our Kimball International Chicago Showroom as needed.High Level Purpose of the Role:Partners with the Sales & Marketing teams to develop and implement interior design and specification needed to support the strategic objectives of generating sales growth with field sales and dealers.Support the sales team in their efforts to increase product sales.Attend client meetings for strategic accounts either via live or Web Based. Attend mock up presentation and join showroom tours as needed.Make introductions to A&D firms.Supply A&D firms with Revit symbols as needed to complete their projects.Works with various departments within the organization to ensure completion of product typicals on schedule and with committed content.Be comfortable with live design, to showcase capabilities and come to design solutions more efficiently. Lead co-creation sessions while using a design thinking mindset.Assists with identifying and communicating best practices and key learnings on application, positioning, and timeline of new products to Design Strategist team.Coach sales team, dealers, and outsource specifiers on product integration, application & technical capability to effectively specify full line of products.Create and share typicals for MRL integration and website typical library development and improvement.Offering training support to dealers in addition to Kimball Univ, including but not limited to: product knowledge, specification clarity, CET use and adoption and Elevate.Provide high quality renderings.Participate in events such as NeoCon and Healthcare design as requested.Be an active member on the CET Beta test team, providing testing and valuable feedback to its continued development.Skills to Perform This Role:Bachelors Degree in Interior Design.5+ years Interior Design experience.Office furniture specification experience, specifically systems & open plan/benching products.NCIDQ; LEED; EDAC (preferred but not required).Technical Skills:AutoCAD 3D Max, Revit and Sketch Up Knowledge (preferred).In-depth product knowledge of full Kimball portfolio.Ability to determine the optimal product application & integration of products into a complete design solution.Interior Design space planning and codes.Learns & reinforces the use of new technologies related to the entire sales process (ie. Revit).Strength using Excel, PowerPoint, & Word.Leadership Skills:Asks probing questions to ensure common understanding.Self-starter, pursues information to drive results.Shares spec and project execution tips with nationwide group of Product Application Specialists.Ability to lead and/or co-lead a project.Assists in facilitating their team to meet deadlines.Provides coaching & feedback to improve results.Ability to facilitate conflict resolution.Seeks out personal development opportunities.Interpersonal Skills:Collaborative team player helping grow sales.Easily develops rapport and trust.Understands & anticipates customer concerns.High degree of emotional intelligence.Ability to be the consultative role with various audiences to understand needs.Ability to facilitate to a common understanding for product desired: standard, modifications, or custom.Communication & Presentation Skills:Presents effectively to small groups.Adjusts communication & style for target audience.Prepared with objectives & anticipates questions.
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