Job Description

We are looking for someone to fill the position of Showroom Manager at our beautiful showroom located in the Chicago Merchandise Mart.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day operations and sales for the showroom, delivering an elevated client experience for interior designers, architects, and luxury homeowners.
• Maintain a consistent and reliable on-site presence to support the team, service clients, and ensure the showroom runs smoothly day-to-day.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to exceed revenue goals, grow territory performance, and support new product launches.
• Manage, train, and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a collaborative, service-driven environment that reflects brand values.
• Oversee visual merchandising and showroom presentation to ensure a compelling, on-brand, and well-maintained space.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key clients, vendor partners, and internal departments including marketing, product development, and logistics.
• Organize and host showroom events, private appointments, and product presentations to drive engagement and strengthen client relationships.
• Monitor and report on sales metrics, client activity, and showroom performance using various sales platforms and CRM.
• Manage the showroom budget, maintain profitability, and ensure operational efficiency across all functions.

Skills / Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree
• Proven leadership experience in trade sales, luxury furnishings, or related industries with five years of experience.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, business management, and computer skills
• The ability to travel to manage outside sales and business activities
• Strong ability to drive sales, manage teams, and develop client relationships.
• Demonstrated proficiency with CRM systems, preferably Salesforce.

$95,000 to $105,000 plus a .33% monthly commission Showroom is 5.5 million