Designer - Cabinetry

To support the selling process by preparing layouts and quotes for the sales staff and to manage the customer file by building effective relationships in an effort to profitably sell kitchen and bath cabinets on a day-to-day basis while meeting and/or exceeding sales and expense targets.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to excel at the essential functions assigned. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required.

Experience

• 1 to 3 years kitchen and bath experience.

• Familiar with Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word and Excel.

Skills

• Skills in computer assisted design software, knowledge of 2020 software preferred.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Proactive problem-solving skills

• Technical aptitude and ability to understand the construction business

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Education

• Formal technical design training from trade school or program; Undergraduate degree in design, business or related field or relative experience.

• Knowledge of the 4 milestones.

• Knowledge of the selling process and bid preparation

• Prepare layouts, quotes, and bids for sales staff by creating simple to moderate designs.

• Focus on salability of designs and option and upgrade packages that focus on increasing take per unit

• Be able to convert or amend existing design plans/templates to varying dimensions

• Manage contract expiration dates and files

• Implement all price increases by updating and processing all paperwork to maintain margins

• Monitor SAM 24 pricing report to minimize lost revenue

• Effectively manage project deadlines and budget constraints

• Master intermediate level of 2020 design skills

• Remain current on all AWC product changes and introductions

• Build effective business relationships with customer purchasing managers and design center personnel

• Assist in resolving day to day problems with field and operations, Sales Reps and customer purchasing managers

• Perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned

• Additional responsibilities include preparation and review of kitchen cabinet layouts and designs for function, aesthetics and cost; blueprint reading; and preparation of daily and monthly reports.

• Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Typically, this position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, statistical reports, and financial documents. Ability to listen and communicate effectively with customers/clients in an effort to carry out responsibilities or respond to common inquiries. Ability to develop presentations to be delivered to groups of employees and management.

• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts like exponents, algebra, quadratic equations and basic logic functions such as if-then-else statements. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as statistical and financial math calculations, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, mathematical or diagram form and develop a plan of action to follow those instructions.

• Reports to: Design Supervisor

• Travel Requirements:

• Typically, travel is not required for this position

• The recruitment process may consist of any combination of phone, video and in person interviews.

• Offers may be contingent upon successful completion of Background Check, Drug Screen, Physical Examination and/or potential Motor Vehicle Check.

• Competitive Compensation

• Health Care Benefits

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Vacation Days

• Paid Sick Days

• 401(k) Match

• Tuition Assistance

• Relocation Assistance when available