Description
Zuster is opening a new showroom in Woolloomooloo and we are looking for a part time and a full-time Sales Consultant to join our team. This is an opportunity to represent a premium Australian furniture brand and work with both retail clients and our network of interior designers.
Zuster is a family-owned furniture business designing and manufacturing luxury made-to-order pieces in Melbourne since 1994. The product offering spans furniture, upholstered goods, equestrian accessories and retail collaborations, supporting residential and commercial projects across Australia.
This role suits someone looking for an opportunity to harness their skills, expertise and relationships in the furniture and interiors industry while maintaining the flexibility of part time hours. Experience in furniture, homewares and interiors sales is preferred. Full training and support will be provided by our Melbourne Head Office team.
About the role
You will manage the day-to-day activity in the showroom while supporting trade and retail clients. Responsibilities include:
- Greeting clients and guiding them through the Zuster collections
- Assisting designers with pricing, specifications and custom enquiries
- Preparing timber, fabric and finish samples
- Entering quotes and converting orders in MYOB
- Following up quotes, production timelines and delivery details
- Scheduling design appointments with interior designers in the showroom and in their offices
- Presenting our collections and capabilities during these appointments
- Keeping the showroom organised and presentation-ready
- Working closely with our Melbourne design and operations teams
Key Requirements
What we are looking for
- Experience in a sales or business development role in furniture, premium homewares or interiors
- Confidence in presenting and building ongoing professional relationships
- Initiative and self-directedness to develop new client relationships and re-engage lapsed clients
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Good organisation and attention to detail
- Interest in interiors or furniture
- Confident with computers and digital systems
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
This role suits someone with three years of experience in furniture, premium homewares, or interiors sales or a related sales role.
Hours
24 hours per week including Saturdays 10 am – 4 pm. Remaining hours to be discussed at recruitment and to occur during the showroom opening hours, Monday to Friday, 9 am – 5 pm.
How to Apply
Your application will address the following questions:
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Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
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How many years' experience do you have as a sales consultant?
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What's your expected hourly rate?