Description
Unitex is a family-owned company and Australia's leading wholesaler of rugs. We have an exciting opportunity for a Showroom Sales & Events Coordinator to join our beautiful showroom in Alexandria.
This role will suit a self-driven, proactive individual with a passion for interiors, sales, and customer engagement. In this full-time position, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer experiences, building relationships with trade clients, and helping drive B2B sales through our showroom.
You will also play a key role in creating an inspiring showroom environment and coordinating events that bring our collections to life.
Responsibilities
- Act as the first point of contact for showroom visitors, delivering a warm, professional and engaging customer experience
- Engage with customers in the showroom, understanding their needs and providing product guidance
- Take ownership of the showroom presentation, including layout, visual merchandising, and display of new collections
- Ensure samples and showroom materials are organised, well presented, and up to date
- Build relationships with trade clients through warm and cold outreach, including follow-up with showroom visitors
- Manage and maintain the showroom trade customer database, ensuring accurate records for new and existing clients
- Plan and coordinate showroom events to help launch new collections and drive engagement with our trade community
- Help drive traffic and awareness for the showroom through events, outreach, and marketing initiatives
- Assist in developing the showroom’s social media presence, including creating and posting content on social media
- Maintain a clean, organised and visually inspiring showroom environment
- Collaborate with the broader sales and marketing team to support promotions, launches and showroom initiatives
Key Requirements
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a customer-facing sales or retail role
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships
- A genuine passion for interior design and home décor trends
- Strong customer focus and commercial awareness
- Proven ability to achieve and exceed sales targets through consultative selling
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and events
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Confidence engaging with interior designers, retailers and trade clients
What We Offer
At Unitex International, we are committed to providing our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling work environment. In addition to a competitive salary, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:
- Great location in Alexandria, right next to The Grounds, with onsite parking
- Ongoing product training and professional development opportunities
- The opportunity to work with leading design brands and industry professionals
- A collaborative and supportive team culture that values innovation and excellence
About Us
Unitex International is Australia’s leading wholesaler of rugs, with over 30 years of experience supplying interior designers, retailers and e-commerce businesses across the country.
We are proud to be the exclusive distributors of renowned brands including Marimekko, Florence Broadhurst, Sanderson and Harlequin. We also collaborate with Australian design personalities such as Darren Palmer and Steph and Gian.
This role offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in some of the industry’s most exciting collections and work with a dynamic and creative client base.
If you are driven, enjoy working independently, and have a passion for interiors, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Your application will include the following questions:
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How many years' experience do you have as a Sales and Events Coordinator?
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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 in a Sales Role?
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How many years' experience do you have in an Interior Design Role?
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How many years' experience do you have as a Showroom Consultant?
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How many years' experience do you have in the retail industry?
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How would you rate your English language skills?