Manager, Sales - Furniture, Decor, Design

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✨ Where Innovation Meets Craft

At Elkay Interior Systems (EIS), we’re redefining what it means to bring a space to life. We blend design innovation with precision manufacturing to create extraordinary interior environments for some of the world’s most recognizable brands.

📍 Milwaukee, WI - Remote | Sales | Full-Time | Exempt

✨ Where Innovation Meets Craft

At Elkay Interior Systems (EIS), we’re redefining what it means to bring a space to life. We blend design innovation with precision manufacturing to create extraordinary interior environments for some of the world’s most recognizable brands.

We’re proud of our people: creative thinkers, expert builders, and relentless problem-solvers who turn bold ideas into tangible results every day. At EIS, you won’t just be part of the process — you’ll help shape it.

We offer a flexible, collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and your voice has impact. Join us and be part of a team where innovation meets craft and your work makes a difference.

As Sales Manager – Furniture, Décor & Design
, you’ll lead business development and account management efforts across the U.S. restaurant, retail, and hospitality markets. This is a dynamic, relationship-driven role focused on winning new business, growing strategic accounts, and delivering innovative solutions that help clients achieve their brand goals.

You’ll act as the primary connection between EIS and our customers — advising on market opportunities, coordinating cross-functional efforts, and driving programs that fuel growth and long-term partnerships.

• Build and grow trusted relationships with new and existing clients, delivering solutions that align with their brand strategies and customer objectives.
• Lead business development efforts to expand EIS’s presence in the restaurant, retail, and hospitality markets.
• Serve as the primary liaison between client stakeholders and EIS internal teams, ensuring seamless communication, alignment, and project execution.
• Drive new program launches and respond to RFPs, crafting strategic proposals that position EIS as a preferred partner.
• Analyze market conditions, competitive trends, and customer needs to shape pricing strategies, sourcing approaches, and go-to-market plans.
• Guide cross-functional teams by translating customer goals into actionable plans and ensuring successful program implementation.
• Resolve escalated client issues quickly and effectively, building long-term trust and satisfaction.
• Represent EIS at client meetings, presentations, and industry events to strengthen relationships and enhance brand visibility.

• Bachelor’s degree required; 5–10+ years of progressive experience in key account management, business development, or consultative sales within the restaurant, retail, or hospitality industries.
• Proven success building and managing strategic client relationships and driving revenue growth.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to lead conversations with executives, stakeholders, and large groups.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking, with the ability to translate client goals into actionable plans.
• Experience presenting and selling design concepts, interior solutions, and program implementations.
• Ability to analyze market trends, interpret business data, and develop insights that shape go-to-market strategies.
• Highly collaborative with strong influencing skills — able to guide cross-functional teams and align internal resources with client needs.
• Willingness to travel up to 40% of the time.
• Proficiency with CRM platforms (such as Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, mental health resources, volunteer days, and more.