What are the responsibilities and job description for the Showroom Assistant position at Landry & Arcari Rugs and Carpeting?
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Landry & Arcari Boston is hiring in their premier downtown showroom for someone that is able to flexible and help out with our other two locations! Preference is given to candidates that have a valid drivers license and a reliable form of transportation.
This is your opportunity to get into the design industry and work with the best established team in the business. We are looking for hard-working, reliable, organized, and friendly people who want to work with like minded staff towards the common goal of giving our clients an incredible experience. We want to build a strong team and are hoping you will be a part of it.
Our mission is to provide exceptional service in finding the finest rugs and carpeting in the world at the best possible prices. When you visit Landry & Arcari, we take the time to listen and learn about your needs, and with those in mind, to share our design expertise, experience, and knowledge so you can make your choices with confidence.
Landry & Arcari Rugs and Carpeting are looking for motivated individuals to join our teams in our Boston location. This position is an opportunity to work at one of the best home furnishing companies in New England (winner of Massachusetts Retailer of the Year award in 2017).
Showroom Assistants:
- Facilitate product viewings including flipping rug piles, locating and pulling specific rugs within piles, bailing and loading rugs for in home viewings. This is a very rewarding but physical part of the job.
- Steward inventory through maintaining a working inventory knowledge of handmade rug and broadloom sample placement.
- Assist within the merchandising of the showroom.
- Proactively facilitate complete building organization and maintenance, including all auxiliary areas (such as restrooms, storage rooms, kitchen, closet, parking lots, sidewalks and entrances).
- Proactively work toward the continuing development and efficiency of the showroom.
- Assist other showroom employees as is necessary to ensure an exceptional customer experience.
Showroom Administration
- Monitor internal communications in order to facilitate transfers, product shipments, and deliveries through the full utilization of all internal software applications, systems and tools.
Showroom Projects
- Coordinate with the Showroom Manager in the development and execution of projects designed to enhance the customer experience.
Showings and Deliveries
- A drivers license is a must!
- Candidates will be part of our delivery team when needed. This team is on the road from 2-8 hours a day delivering sold rugs and showing clients beautiful rugs in their homes.
Required Skills
- Fast learner with computer oriented skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Strong multi-tasker.
- Ability to life 50-75 pounds on a repetitive basis.
- Self motivated and pro active.
We look forward to hearing from all interested candidates and understand ours is a niche business. If you have a background in home furnishings, interior design, or textiles, that's a giant plus but not necessary for success in this role. We are hoping to find individuals from diverse backgrounds that are committed to working hard with our team to sell more rugs to happier clients!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Boston, MA 02116: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $22