Ernesta
Retail Trade Account Executive (full-time)
$90K
Dallas, Texas +1 · Full-time · Posted Aug 13, 2026
- Location
- Dallas, Texas
Dallas, Texas, United States - Experience
- 1–2+ years of relevant experience; fields include interior design, home furnishings, architecture and design sales, trade sales, account management, or a related design-focused industry.
About the job
Build and grow Ernesta’s local trade business by managing existing accounts, acquiring new partners, and providing consultative support to design professionals.
What you'll do
- Develop and manage relationships and accounts with interior designers, architects, and other trade partners.
- Prospect for new accounts, build a trade-business pipeline, and drive repeat business and revenue growth.
- Provide product and design guidance, coordinate with the showroom team, and track account activity and performance.
What they ask for
- 1–2+ years of relevant experience in interior design, home furnishings, architecture and design sales, trade sales, account management, or a related design-focused industry.
- Demonstrated ability to build professional relationships and client or account trust over time.
- Strong organization, time management, communication, prospecting, and follow-through skills.
- Ability and willingness to travel locally and work a flexible retail schedule, including occasional evenings, weekends, or events.
Nice to have
- Existing relationships in the local interior design, architecture, or home furnishings community.
- Experience in a design-focused showroom or managing trade accounts; familiarity with custom home furnishings or design tools is also welcomed.
Pay
$30/hour (hourly rate); approximately $90,000 (anticipated maximum annual compensation, including quarterly bonus)
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