Account Executive

COMPANYIndustry leaders since 1983, BBJ La Tavola is the largest specialty linen rental company in the nation. Prominent operating facilities in Napa, CA and Chicago, IL, we have sales teams, event designers, and showrooms in most major cities across the United States.Earning a reputation of prominence, we offer the very best in breadth of product, quality, and service. Ensuring our clients experience unprecedented opportunities in innovation, inspiration, and collaboration. Our unparalleled repertoire of services spans from specialty linen, linen accessories, chargers, spandex, chair décor, and set & strike production.We take great pride in our passion for design and trends, our pursuit of fresh ideas, and our partnerships with those who share our central values of innovation, inspiration, and collaboration. It’s our privilege to help celebrate life’s momentous occasions. Whether a private dinner for two or a gala for thousands, we value each opportunity to bring beauty and joy to every experience touched by BBJ La Tavola. RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible for scheduling incoming showroom appointments from online inquiries, customer service calls and referrals in timely manner (within 24 hours)Responsible for greeting clients who come to the showroom in a courteous and timely manner. This includes scheduled and non-scheduled appointmentsUtilize showroom calendar to schedule client appointments during available times to provide luxury experience for clients with individualized serviceResponsible for delivering the highest quality of service to existing and new clients by understanding their needs, active listening, engagement and follow upConduct discovery with clients requesting showroom appointments and phone meetingsInclude client notes on showroom appointment invitations (Outlook) and Acumatica Responsible for maintaining and growing sales revenue for assigned book of clients through client meetings, design assistance and follow up on sales processResponsible for maintaining professional demeanor to include proper dress code at all timesAccountable for KPI requirements on daily, weekly and monthly basis, specific to client meetings and revenue goals. Must perform 10 client meetings weekly, 40 client meetings monthly and 120 meetings quarterly to achieve assigned revenue goalsMaintain and expand client database with 4 prospect meetings per week, 16 meetings per monthResponsible for proper maintenance of showroom to include tidiness, cleanliness and organizationAdherence to professional standards of communication, both verbal and written, with internal and external partiesResponsible for fostering a team environment in the showroom, focused on professional behavior when communicating with colleagues and DirectorAbility to solve issues in a professional, positive mannerTeam player with focus on assisting colleagues where needed with client requestsResponsible for partnering with assigned Customer Service partner to ensure prompt communication and follow upResponsible for follow up on swatch requests and quotes in timely mannerREQUIREMENTS3-5 years of sales experienceProven track record at account management and achieving sales metrics year over yearDemonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organization, including executive and C-levelExperience in delivering client-focused solutions based on customer needsProven ability to manage multiple projects at a time while paying strict attention to detailExcellent listening, negotiation and presentation skillsExcellent verbal and written communications skillsBachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experienceSelf-motivated and able to thrive in a results-driven environmentNatural relationship builder with integrity, reliability and maturityAbility to prioritize among competing tasksCritical thinking and problem-solving skillsExcellent time and project management skillsKeen attention to detail and adherence to deadlines