ESC in partnership with our premier design build firm client, specializing in designing, building, and furnishing commercial, educational, and healthcare interior environments is seeking an experienced Account Executive for the Fox Valley region.
The Account Executive will cultivate a client following in an organization that provides products, services, and project results you will be proud to represent. Account Executives open new opportunities with new prospects or within existing accounts. They uncover all the information to guide the strategy and structure the approach to win the design, the construction, and/or the furniture needed by the client. Their assignment is to manage the client relationship while facilitating and leading an efficient process for the project team. Our team of experts provide substantial support throughout the process of a project and then they assist with managing the client relationship on a long term basis. This position offers a guaranteed salary while you learn, extensive training; an exciting commission plan with unlimited earning potential.
Key Tasks:
Networks constantly in a variety of ways
Develops new and manages existing client relationships
Uncovers new opportunities
Sets client expectations
Leads the internal team
Structures the approach to meet client needs
Prepares and makes presentations
Follows up with the client
Participates in punch-list procedure
Uses technology to facilitate all of the above
Required Skills:
Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture
A minimum of 3+ years business development experience in a related industry/field
Dedicated self-starter who is committed to achieving goals
Open communication both written and verbal
Passionate about design
Problem solving skills and the ability to see the whole picture
Strategic, 3-dimensional thinker
Strong organizational skills with a focus on the details