What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen and Bath Designer/Sales position at MKE Cabinetry?
MKE Cabinetry — Kitchen & Bath Designer (Sales & Design)
Company Profile
MKE Cabinetry manufactures handcrafted custom cabinetry—kitchens, vanities, basements, floating shelves, and custom millwork—built and finished in our Butler, WI shop. Rooted in Milwaukee craftsmanship, we build what we sell rather than relying on mass production or catalog limits. We serve DIY homeowners, interior designers, builders, and contractors across Delafield, Milwaukee, Brookfield, Elm Grove, Wauwatosa, and surrounding areas.
We are proud of our work and are searching for talented people that would build up our team!
Role Overview
- Position: Kitchen and Bath Designer (Sales & Design)
- Location: Butler, WI (Shop & Showroom) Greater Milwaukee client/job site visits
- Work Structure: Full-time, Hybrid (On-site showroom/shop, field visits, and WFH flexibility)
- Schedule: Mon–Fri (occasional evening/weekend appointments to fit client schedules)
- Compensation: Base salary commission on projects sold
Key Responsibilities
- Design & Space Planning: Meet with homeowners, designers, and contractors online and/or onsite in our showroom. Produce functional, aesthetically pleasing, and buildable custom layouts using cabinetry software.
- Full-Cycle Sales & Quoting: Qualify leads, guide clients through material/finish options, prepare accurate quotes, present design solutions, address objections, and close sales.
- Account & Referral Management: Service existing trade partners (builders, remodelers, interior designers) and build long-term relationships to drive repeat business and referrals.
- Lead Organization: Maintain accurate CRM and project records with real-time updates on client interactions, design revisions, and quote statuses.
Qualifications & Requirements
Required Experience & Skills
- 3 years of residential kitchen and bath design experience, or closely related remodeling sales.
- Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with cabinet design software (2020 Design, Chief Architect, Cabinet Vision, SketchUp, or similar) plus standard office/CRM tools.
- Technical Cabinet Knowledge: Solid understanding of cabinet construction methods, door styles, finishes, pricing mechanics, and reading construction plans.
- Measurement & Travel: Proven field-measuring accuracy and attention to detail. Valid driver's license for travel within the greater Milwaukee area.
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Industrial Design, Architecture, or a related field.
- NKBA Certification (AKBD, CKBD) or equivalent industry credentials.
- Pre-existing relationships with Milwaukee-area builders, remodelers, or interior designers.
- Direct experience selling custom or semi-custom cabinetry builds.
Benefits & Core Values
- Base salary plus commission.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Continuing education and industry certification support.
- Direct access to our on-site manufacturing shop to show clients standard and custom construction methods firsthand.
How to Apply
- Apply through Indeed with your resume, or send me an email directly (zabdi@mkecabinetry.com). Candidates are strongly encouraged to include a portfolio of completed kitchen and bath designs.