Account Manager, Designer Markets at York Wallcoverings Inc

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Outside Sales, Account Management, Business Development, Relationship Building, Strategic Planning, Product Presentation, Prospecting, Customer Service, Market Analysis, Territory Management

Industry

Printing Services

Description

Description Ready to bring walls to life across the Central Midwest? We are seeking a dynamic, relationship-driven Chicago based Account Manager to lead residential sales growth in the IL, WI, KS, and MO territory. This role is ideal for a proactive sales professional who thrives on building relationships, growing accounts, and delivering best-in-class service. You'll be the go-to expert for our customers – from designers and decorators to builders and retailers – representing our portfolio of high-quality wallcovering brands. What You Will Do: • Achieve assigned sales and profitability targets across your territory • Cultivate strong, long-term relationships with designers, decorators, retailers, and builders • Develop and execute a strategic plan that fuels sales growth and customer retention • Act as a true brand ambassador, delivering exceptional service and representing the quality of the York Wallcoverings portfolio • Partner with Customer Service and internal teams to continuously improve the customer experience • Use reporting tools and insights to identify opportunities and drive results • Deliver compelling product presentations to clients and their customers • Prospect new designers and accounts, signing them up with the appropriate product book plans • Maintain daily touchpoints with clients to understand needs and provide value • Report back on market insights, product opportunities, and gaps to fuel innovation Requirements JOB SPECIFICATIONS: • Proven experience in outside sales, account management, or business development – preferably in design, home décor, or building materials • Strong presentation and interpersonal skills; ability to connect with a wide range of clients • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities • A passion for design and a customer-first mindset • Located in the Chicago area and comfortable with travel throughout the defined territory Chicago - IL WI KS and MO • Self-starter who thrives in a remote, performance-driven environment

Responsibilities

Lead residential sales growth and manage accounts for wallcovering brands across the Central Midwest territory. Cultivate long-term relationships with designers, builders, and retailers while delivering product presentations and achieving profitability targets.