Blueprints, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Competitive Research, Consultative Sales, Customer Relations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Customer Support/Service, Dental Insurance, Driver's License, Industry/Trade Analysis, Interior Design, Interpersonal Skills, Kitchen and Bath Design, Market Trend Analysis, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Product Pricing, Project Estimates, Project Execution, Project Lifecycle, Project Planning, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Revenue Growth, Sales, Sales Cycle, Software Design, Vision Plan, Willing to Travel
A well-established employee-owned provider of cabinetry, countertops, and interior solutions, is seeking an Estimator to join thee team in the Des Moines, IA area.
This is an excellent opportunity for a relationship-driven sales professional with a strong cabinetry background who enjoys working directly with homeowners, builders, and remodelers. The role combines consultative sales, estimating, project coordination, and client relationship management within a growing employee-owned organization.
What You'll Do as the Professional Sales Representative / Estimator:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with homeowners, builders, remodelers, and referral partners
- Guide clients through cabinetry, countertop, and interior product selections
- Prepare estimates, quotes, and proposals for residential projects
- Review project plans and specifications to ensure accurate pricing and product recommendations
- Follow up on open proposals and opportunities to drive sales growth
- Collaborate with design and operations teams to ensure successful project execution
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities throughout the territory
- Maintain a high level of customer service throughout the sales and project lifecycle
- Stay informed on product offerings, industry trends, and competitive market activity
- Manage multiple projects and client interactions simultaneously
Must-Haves as the Estimator:
- Proven sales experience within cabinetry, countertops, closets, kitchen and bath products, or similar home interior products
- Strong ability to build trust and maintain long-term client relationships
- Experience working directly with residential customers
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Ability to manage estimates, proposals, and project details accurately
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally as needed
Nice-to-Haves as the Estimator:
- Experience reading and scaling residential blueprints
- Background in home design, kitchen and bath design, or interior space planning
- Existing relationships with builders, remodelers, contractors, or residential clients in the Des Moines market
- Established book of business that can generate opportunities quickly
- Experience with 2020 Design, Cyncly, Prokitchen, or similar design software is a plus!
The Company Offers:
- Base salary ranging from $65,000 to $100,000 depending on experience
- Expected first year OTE of $125,000 to $160,000
- Uncapped commission opportunity
- Enhanced base compensation over first 6 months before transitioning into long-term compensation plan
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Multiple medical plan options including HSA offerings
- Stable, employee-focused culture
- Long-term career growth opportunity with an established organization