Designtex Sales Representative

Designtex, a leading textile and applied materials company, has an exciting opportunity for a Sales Representative to join our team!

Are you energized by working in one of the most dynamic design markets in the world?

Do you thrive in a highly autonomous, relationship‑driven sales role where you build deep connections across New York City and Connecticut design communities?

If you're motivated by representing a design‑led brand in a high‑impact territory - and you enjoy helping clients discover materials that elevate their spaces - this entrepreneurial role could be your next big opportunity.

Helping You Thrive By:

* Offering competitive wages and benefits, that support your life both in and out of work

* Car and cell phone stipend monthly.

* Creating continuous learning opportunities to help you grow and upskill.

* Fostering a culture of inclusion where employees feel seen, heard and valued - and living it out every day.

* Empowering you to make a meaningful impact on people and the planet through your work and Steelcase's ongoing commitment.

You'll Supporting Meaningful Work By:

* Building strong relationships with A&D firms, end users, dealers, and commercial clients across Manhattan, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, with a special emphasis on the NYC design community.

* Driving revenue growth by representing Designtex's textiles, wall coverings, custom print solutions, and 3M surface films while supporting a high‑impact, high‑visibility territory.

* Engaging in 4-5 client meetings per day to maintain a strong market presence, nurture key accounts, and stay top‑of‑mind with major commercial clients.

* Developing and executing a territory strategy that balances Manhattan's dense A&D ecosystem with broader engagement across CT and RI.

* Collaborating closely with the Regional Sales Director and internal partners to receive product training, leverage SME expertise, and align growth opportunities.

* Managing your schedule independently by planning travel throughout New York City and Connecticut, preparing client visits, and maintaining CRM records.

* Representing Designtex with professionalism by delivering compelling product presentations and staying visible within Manhattan and surrounding markets.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Minimum of 3 years of experience in a customer‑facing sales role, ideally within commercial design, contract furniture, real estate, textiles, wall coverings, or related finish materials.

* Experience selling to or partnering with A&D firms, end users, or dealers, with familiarity navigating complex influencer networks.

* Strong understanding of the commercial sales cycle and the decision‑making dynamics within the architectural and design community.

* Ability to manage a large, multi‑state territory (NY/CT/RI) with autonomy, including scheduling, travel, and daily client engagement.

* Demonstrated self‑starter with strong presentation and communication skills, comfortable representing products in high‑visibility markets like Manhattan.

Desired

Skills and Experience:

* Experience in textiles, wall coverings, finishes, or materials aligned with the Designtex portfolio, especially within the Manhattan or New England commercial design markets.

* Established relationships within the NYC A&D community or demonstrated ability to build strong networks in high‑density design markets.

* Familiarity with commercial real estate, contract furniture, or adjacent industries involving complex sales cycles.

* Ability to tailor presentations for varied audiences, including A&D firms, end users, and dealer partners across multiple states.

* Experience managing a high‑volume schedule in fast‑paced, multi‑market territories like NY, CT, and RI.

* Strong organizational skills for managing customer libraries, samples, and product resources across geographically diverse accounts.

Designtex offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. To learn more about our company, visit our website at  and  Designtex and Steelcase strongly support a diverse workplace and welcome all applicants.

Steelcase and Designtex provide employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.

In compliance with New York City's Human Rights Law, the annual base salary range for this position is $91,000-$142,000. Please note that salary information is a general guideline only. Steelcase considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

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