Kitchen Design Sales Manager at Carter Lumber in Detroit, MI

Would you like to bring people’s dream homes to life? Join Carter Lumber as our Kitchen & Bath Design Sales Manager and lead a team of talented designers to create stunning interiors based on customers’ wants and needs. Carter Lumber is continuously growing, offering lots of potential for growth.

Our Story
Carter Lumber was founded in 1932 by W.E. Carter. For 90 years, we have strengthened our company by staying true to our values, which include honesty, hard work, and putting people first. What started as a single lumberyard in Akron, Ohio, is represented today by seven brands servicing professional builders and homeowners across thirteen states with more than 160 locations. Despite our growth, we are still a family-owned company. Our core values and our people-first culture remain the same.

Description
As the Kitchen & Bath Design Sales Manager, you will oversee the entire Kitchen & Bath design department, ensuring all projects meet the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction. You will lead and mentor a team of designers, manage new construction and remodeling projects, and maintain strong relationships with builders, contractors, and homeowners. 

Requirements/Responsibilities:

• Proven leadership experience in a design role, preferably within the kitchen and bath industry.
• Demonstrated ability to design and sell to contractors and homeowners.
• Excellent knowledge of kitchen and bath cabinetry, materials, finishes, detailing, and trends.
• Collaborating with vendors to stay updated on the latest products and trends.
• Working knowledge of 20/20 and Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to read blueprints and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Developing and implementing sales strategies to achieve department goals.
• Conducting regular training sessions for the design team.
• Reviewing and approving design proposals, ensuring accuracy and adherence to client specifications.
• Overseeing job site measurements and project timelines.
• Providing exceptional customer service and addressing any issues that arise during the design process.

Benefits (full-time employees)

• Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
• Optional supplemental life insurance
• Company-match 401(k)
• Vacation time and paid holidays
• Vendor incentives
• Room for growth; we promote from within!
• Military encouraged to apply!