Store Manager - Brand Ambassador

Company DescriptionKnown for its artful collaborations with both established and up-and-coming talents in contemporary design, Ligne Roset offers consumers and design professionals an entire lifestyle in which to live both boldly and beautifully via its furniture collections and complimentary decorative accessories, lighting, rugs, textiles and occasional items. A family-run business with a focus on environmentally conscious design since its inception in 1860, Ligne Roset matches its deeply held belief in design with investment and technical innovation. Ligne Roset has continued to grow from a small business to a multinational company headquartered in Briord, France, with several factories throughout the beautiful Rhí´ne-Alps region, and over 750 retail distributors worldwide.ProfileLigne Roset is looking for a dynamic individual, committed to excellence and high standards, to join our team as Store Manager for our Chicago location. The ideal candidate will have the ability to plan and execute sales strategies within the store's sales team, while actively fostering relationships with trade contacts and established designers who purchase our products. This position plays a pivotal role in achieving sales goals, driving brand awareness, and enhancing customer relationships, all while managing the store's visual presentation.Key Responsibilities:· Sales Leadership: Lead and motivate the sales team to consistently meet and exceed sales targets, implementing effective sales strategies to drive business growth.· Client Relationship Building: Actively sell Ligne Roset products and cultivate strong, long-term relationships with designers, architects, and other trade contacts, expanding the brands presence in the upscale design community.· Brand Ambassador: Serve as the face of Ligne Roset in Chicago, representing the brand's values, high standards, and commitment to quality in all customer interactions.· Customer Experience: Create a welcoming and exceptional customer experience in-store, ensuring that each client receives personalized attention and high-quality service.· Strategic Sales Development: Identify new business opportunities within the local design community and collaborate with the West Coast Sales Manager and Executive Vice President Americas to expand the brands reach.· Merchandising and Display: Take ownership of the stores visual presentation by curating and maintaining engaging, high-quality furniture displays that reflect the Ligne Roset brand and enhance the shopping experience.· Entrepreneurial Spirit: Bring an entrepreneurial mindset to the role, actively seeking ways to improve operations, boost sales, and contribute to the store's overall success.· Hands-On Leadership: Lead by example with a hands-on approach, working alongside the team to maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked store while engaging directly with customers and staff.Qualifications:· Proven experience in luxury retail or home furnishings sales, with a strong understanding of high-end design trends.· Established relationships within the design community and the ability to develop new business connections.· Strong organizational skills, including merchandising and visual presentation experience.· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence clients.· A passion for exceptional customer service and delivering results.Entrepreneurial spirit and a hands-on mentality, with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving environment.If you are a motivated and ambitious leader with a deep understanding of the luxury design industry, an eye for high-end merchandising, and a passion for building relationships, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Ligne Roset team in Chicago.

Created: 2025-02-13