What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Manager & Retail Sales Associate position at The Fabric Center?
Business Development Manager & Retail Sales Associate– Sewing & Quilting Machine Sales
About The Fabric Center
For over four decades, The Fabric Center has served as a hub for sewing, quilting, and textile enthusiasts. We pride ourselves on helping customers grow their skills, explore creativity, and find the right tools and materials for their projects. This role is ideal for someone who wants to be part of a growing, community-focused business with deep roots in the Midwest and beyond.
We are currently seeking a Full-Time Sales Associate to join our team, with a primary focus on driving new business development of our sewing and quilting machine category. This role is ideal for someone who is highly motivated by results, confident in closing sales, and passionate about sewing and quilting. The ideal candidate excels at building customer relationships, managing and growing client accounts, and proactively developing new business. If you thrive in a fast-paced retail environment and are energized by meeting (and exceeding) sales goals, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive sales through product knowledge, relationship building, and attentive service
- Provide exceptional customer service and support in a retail environment
- Assist customers with selecting fabrics, notions, and sewing-related products
- Professionally manage larger client accounts with consistent follow-up
- Proactively develop and maintain a personal book of business
- Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming sales floor
- Contribute to team goals and collaborate with staff members to ensure a positive store environment
Qualifications:
- Prior business development/sales experience a must
- Strong background/knowledge in sewing and quilting is required
- Experience with Brother, Janome and Bernina sewing machines is a plus but not required
- Strong communication and follow-up skills
- Highly motivated and self-directed with an entrepreneurial mindset
- Must be team-oriented and available to work at least two Saturdays per month
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds as part of daily responsibilities
Compensation:
This is an hourly position that includes an aggressive commission structure with the ability to exceed six figures.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25