Window Treatment Specialist

Description

Summary:  

The Window Treatment Specialist partners with Sales Representatives to identify opportunities for Finished Products and Drapery Hardware. This role provides expertise in product selection for drapery and hardware, Motorization, and installation guidance to support customers and drive sales.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Professionally represent Fabricut, Stroheim, Vervain, S. Harris, and Trend brands in appearance and conduct
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective customers
• Advise customers on appropriate fabric selection, quantities, and hardware solutions for window treatments
• Educate customers on fabric features, including weave, texture, color, and end-use applications
• Train customers on navigating Fabricut websites for Finished Products and Hardware
• Educate customers on accurately measuring for window treatments and hardware
• Prepare quotes for window treatments and hardware solutions
• Respond to customer inquiries and resolve issues in a timely, professional manner
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure a high level of customer service
• Maintain safe and organized work practices
• Utilize materials and equipment efficiently
• Perform other duties as assigned

All Duties are Required

Note: Job responsibilities may evolve based on business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Interior Design degree preferred
• 3–5 years of experience with window treatments required
• Workroom experience or knowledge preferred
• Ability to quickly learn and retain product line information
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to travel, including overnight travel within assigned      territory
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to navigate and travel within geographic territories

Physical Requirements:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

In terms of an 8-hour workday, this position requires:

• 3 hours sitting
• 3 hours standing
• 2 hours walking

Activity: This following shows the actual time spent on each activity for this position.

• Bending/Twisting – Up to 2 hours
• Reaching – Up to 2 hours 
• Lifting – Up to 2 hours
• Pushing/Pulling - Up to 2 hours
• Speaking – 4 to 6 hours
• Writing – Up to 2 hours
• Typing or CRT Inputting – 4 to 6 hours
• Filing – Up to 2 hours
• Climbing – Up to 2 hours
• Reading – 4 to 6 hours
• Driving – 2-4 hours

The following activities are essential in your job function.

• Hearing – 6 to 8 hours
• Seeing – 6 to 8 hours

Lifting is essential in your job function.

• Up to 50 lbs. – Up to 2 hours 

Repetitive foot movement such as operating foot controls.

• Right foot – Driving
• Both Feet - Walking to customers

Your job requires you to use your hands for repetitive action.

• Simple Grasping – Up to 2 hours
• Firm Grasping – Up to 2 hours
• Fine Dexterity – Up to 2 hours

In your job, you may be around the following working conditions. 

• Being around moving machinery - Up to 2 hours
• Exposure to changes in temperatures and humidity - 2-4 hours
• Driving automotive equipment - 2-4 hours

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.