Design Sales Specialist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 11, 2026. Builders FirstSource scores B on the Alion truth index.
Design Sales Specialist
Bring Your Design Expertise to Life
Are you passionate about design, customer service, and helping customers turn their ideas into reality? We're seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Design Sales Specialist to support customers with a variety of specialty product projects including kitchens, baths, millwork, renovations, and remodels.
In this role, you'll combine your design knowledge, sales abilities, and project management skills to create exceptional customer experiences while helping drive business growth.
What You'll Do
Consult with customers to understand project goals, design preferences, specifications, and budgets.
Create design layouts using blueprints, sketches, measurements, and customer requirements.
Recommend products, materials, and solutions while actively promoting company products and services.
Generate estimates and assist customers throughout the sales process.
Coordinate specialty orders, including purchasing, production, freight, delivery, and invoicing.
Collaborate with purchasing teams and vendors on special orders and unique customer requests.
Identify add-on sales opportunities to enhance customer projects.
Monitor market trends and lead sources to help grow market share.
Conduct field visits for measurements, consultations, sales presentations, and follow-up support.
Partner with marketing teams on promotional and merchandising initiatives.
Prepare project status reports for store, regional, and corporate leadership.
Facilitate customer workshops, demonstrations, and educational seminars when needed.
Maintain a strong commitment to workplace safety and company policies.
Qualifications
Required
High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum of two years of experience in drafting, architectural design, CAD applications, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Skills
Experience in kitchen and bath design, millwork, remodeling, construction, or specialty building products.
Strong sales and customer relationship-building abilities.
Proven project management and organizational skills.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
Proficiency with CAD software and design applications.
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strategic thinking with the ability to identify sales opportunities and drive results.
Why You'll Succeed
You thrive in a fast-paced environment where every project is unique. You enjoy helping customers bring their visions to life, solving challenges, managing multiple projects, and building lasting relationships through exceptional service.
Work Environment
Combination of office, showroom, customer site, and outdoor work environments.
Exposure to varying weather and temperatures during site visits.
Occasional local travel may be required.
Must be able to frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds.
Build Relationships. Create Solutions. Drive Sales.
If you're passionate about design, customer engagement, and delivering creative solutions, we encourage you to apply for our Design Sales Specialist position and help customers create spaces they'll love.