Sales Executive

Company Description Avenue Road is a design destination known for highly curated experiences that reflect the vision of Founder Stephan Weishaupt. With expansive showrooms and residential concept spaces in New York, Miami, Toronto, and Vancouver, the company offers distinct perspectives on contemporary design. Established in Toronto in 2007, Avenue Road focuses on connecting makers with design enthusiasts and cultivating meaningful relationships. Teams collaborate closely with clients to realize residential and commercial interiors worldwide, emphasizing authenticity in products, materials, and the stories behind them. This culture values creativity, collaboration, and an entrepreneurial mindset in every role.

Role Description The Sales Executive is a full-time, on-site role based in Vancouver, BC. This position is responsible for driving sales of Avenue Road’s curated design collections by engaging clients in the showroom, presenting products, and providing detailed guidance on materials, finishes, and customization options. Day-to-day tasks include managing a personal sales pipeline, following up on leads, preparing proposals and quotations, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure accurate order processing and timely delivery. The Sales Executive will build and maintain long-term client relationships, support residential and commercial projects, and contribute to showroom events and client presentations. The role also involves maintaining product knowledge, monitoring market trends, and representing Avenue Road’s brand and values in every client interaction.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong sales and client relationship skills, including experience in consultative selling, account management, and lead follow-up.
• Candidates should possess skills in communication and presentation, including clear written and verbal communication and the ability to deliver compelling product and design presentations.
• Candidates should possess organizational and project coordination skills, including pipeline management, time management, and attention to detail in proposals and orders.
• Candidates should possess basic business and technology skills, including comfort with CRM systems, MS Office or Google Workspace, and digital collaboration tools.
• Previous experience in luxury retail, furniture or interiors, architecture, or design-related sales is highly beneficial.
• Knowledge of contemporary design, materials, and finishes, along with a genuine interest in the design industry, is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work on-site in Vancouver, BC, collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, and adapt in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
• Post-secondary education in business, marketing, design, or a related field is an asset, though equivalent experience in sales and design will be considered.