District Leader

Job Overview

At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. We pride ourselves on helping our customers make smart furniture decisions by offering expert advice, design options and personalized solutions. Since 1941, we’ve positioned KI as the furniture company that best understands the furniture industry and is committed to providing customers with smart solutions. We manufacture innovative furniture and movable wall system solutions for education, healthcare, government, and corporate markets.

KI is a 100% employee-owned and operated company.

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for coaching, strategy, and driving sales performance? KI is seeking a District Leader who will lead, coach, mentor and develop the Southwest district sales and administrative support team for the states of Utah and Arizona. The ideal candidate will live in the Phoenix metropolitan area and have the ability to work out of our Phoenix showroom.

• Mentor and coach staff to enhance personal effectiveness and territory management
• Create monthly coaching plans and quarterly action plans to meet sales goals
• Conduct field visits and support customer call planning
• Deliver ongoing training and skill development for all team members

• Develop and execute the district’s annual business plan, including staffing and financial goals
• Identify key accounts and set sales objectives
• Optimize market coverage through strategic staffing plans
• Manage showroom presentation plans and ensure alignment with brand strategy
• Forecast monthly business and manage budgets for samples and direct expenses
• Foster engagement with key industry groups
• Lead regular team meetings to ensure alignment and performance
• Manage corporate policy implementation and compliance
• Oversee recruitment onboarding and performance management
• Collaborate with Corporate departments to support field initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 2-3 years of sales experience
• 2-5 years of sales management experience

• Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – be a part-owner of the company!
• Future Planning: 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Time Off: Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays
• Wellness Perks: Fitness reimbursement programs
• Discounts: Special pricing on company products
• Education: Support for degree programs and certifications
• Full Benefits: Includes life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us?