Studio Consultant

at  KB Home

ABOUT KB HOME

KB Home is one of the largest and most recognized homebuilders in the United States and has built over 650,000 quality homes in our more than 60-year history. Today, KB Home operates in 45 markets from coast to coast. What sets KB Home apart is the exceptional personalization we offer our homebuyers from those buying their first home to experienced buyers allowing them to make their home uniquely their own, at a price that fits their budget. As the leader in energy-efficient homebuilding, KB Home was the first builder to make every home it builds ENERGY STAR� certified, a standard of energy performance achieved by fewer than 10% of new homes in America, and has built more ENERGY STAR certified homes than any other builder. An energy-efficient KB home helps lower the cost of ownership and is designed to be healthier, more comfortable and better for the environment than new homes without certification. We build strong, personal relationships with our customers so they have a real partner in the homebuying process. As a result, we have the distinction of being the #1 customer-ranked national homebuilder in third-party buyer satisfaction surveys. Build your career with KB Home.
JOB SUMMARY: The Studio Consultant is the first point of contact for homebuyers after purchase, and responsible for ensuring their satisfaction throughout the studio selection process and beyond. This role educates buyers on the available studio choices, both included and optional, and enters their selections into the company software platforms. Consultants help maintain an attractive retail environment and share the responsibility of accurately displaying and labeling options.

STUDIO EXPERIENCE

• Makes certain the studio environment and studio tools are maintained in excellent condition at all times to ensure an attractive retail space and reports deficiencies to the appropriate supervisors.
• Assists in tagging product selections when needed.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Associates or bachelors degree preferred.
• Retain a vocational degree or certificate in Interior Design or related field preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• Previous retail or hospitality experience in customer service-oriented environment required.
• 1 to 4 years of retail experience with a homebuilder or design industry preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Shows passion and proven knowledge of interior design and space planning. Highly self-motivated.
• Has strong computer skills and proficient in all Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams. Demonstrated use of technology and virtual capabilities to drive business and meet buyer needs.
• Ability to connect with people using various electronic and in-person modes of communication, develop, and maintain professional relationships while selling ideas, products and services.
• Proven ability of being customer-centric by seeking solutions from the customer’s perspective.
• Ability to follow detailed processes and procedures to achieve a desired outcome.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail, with the ability to self-audit work product.
• Strong verbal & written communication, with the ability to take complex concepts, communicate succinctly and persuasively. Strong public speaking skills.
• Strong ability to work within a team-setting, inclusive of other’s ideas, and a willingness to cooperate.

WORK REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work a flexible schedule on a consistent basis, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
• Work 8-hour days with flexibility for overtime when necessary.
• Conduct business in a professional and ethical manner with potential buyers, trade partners, and coworkers to reinforce goodwill and profitability for the company.
• Position is located on-site at the KB Home Division office: 1299 N. Orchard Street, Boise, ID 83706 #LI-onsite
  Find out why KB Home is attracting and retaining the best employees! If you are interested and qualified, please apply now. KB Home provides above average compensation packages and earnings potential, full benefits, an outstanding 401K matching program, bonus plans and amazing promotional opportunities. KB Home is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work team. Diversity is important to KB Home!
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