Fine Art Wholesale Salesperson

Established South Florida Fine Art Publisher seeks a full time inside/outside sales person for our wholesale division.The core business of our company is to service our clientele base of Fine Art Galleries, dealers, designers located all over North America and to aggressively seek out new avenues of revenue.We seek a talented, self-motivated individual who is looking to be an integral part of an energetic growing company.Qualified candidates will possess excellent presentation and follow up skills, and will be able to communicate ideas effectively. All applicants should be detail oriented with great communication and computer skills.This position will require travel from 20-30 weeks per year based on company needs.Candidate must be flexible and willing to travel on short notice.Job Description:
Fully participate in all aspects of company selling program
Provide sound customer service to assure satisfaction on product quality and deliveryPrepare customer quotes based on specific product inquiry
Participate in company’s product development based on industry needs.
Resolve customer issues that can jeopardize business
Aggressively develop leads into potential customers
Manage an existing in-house customer base
Follow-up with accounts for reorders on current and new products
Develop and implement strategies for new markets
Send brochures and information as per demand
Call and set up appointments for region trips, trade shows and showroom location
Analyze and grow new businessTravel to current accounts and prospects throughout the USShowroom management and upkeep
Exhibit at industry trade shows
REQUIREMENTS
Live in the Ft Lauderdale area
2-3 years of sales experience
A knowledge of Fine Art and the Fine Art publishing business.
Travel experience a plus
Ability to work autonomously
Proven track record to achieve previous objectives and goals
Energetic and enthusiastic during any given responsibility or task
Demonstrate ability to overcome objections
Superior verbal and communication skills
Ability to uncover customer needs
Great organizational skills
Ability to multi-task
Phenomenal time management skills
Solid prospecting abilities
Skillful professional negotiation, presentation and closing sales attributes
Articulate ideas, plans, goals and strategies
Working knowledge of Word, Excel, email, ACT or similar contact management programCompensation:
A comprehensive package of a base salary plus commission or a draw on commission will be presented to qualified candidates based on experience, abilities and skills. Company benefits include health insurance.
All job related travel expenses are paid by the company. Qualified individual has a potential to earn $40-$80k.Contact:
Individuals who are qualified for this position may send resume and salary history via email only. You must indicate salary requirements and history, ability to travel in order for your resume to be considered. No sponsorship, relocation, phone calls or third parties please.