Ernesta
Retail Trade Account Executive (full-time)
$90K
Chicago, IL +1 · Full-time · Posted Aug 13, 2026
- Location
- Chicago, IL
Chicago, Illinois, United States - Experience
- 1–2+ years of relevant experience; related fields listed as alternatives.
About the job
Build and grow Ernesta’s local trade business by developing designer, architect, and other trade-partner accounts and supporting their rug projects.
What you'll do
- Develop existing trade accounts and prospect for new partners through outreach, networking, visits, and events.
- Provide consultative product and design guidance, follow up on projects and quotes, and manage the account pipeline.
- Collaborate with showroom colleagues, support events, share trade feedback, and track sales and account-growth goals.
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 develop trust with clients or accounts.
- Strong organization, communication, and follow-through skills; comfortable prospecting and managing multiple accounts and projects.
- 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 design community or experience in a high-end or design-focused showroom.
- Experience managing trade accounts or working with custom products, textiles, rugs, furniture, or home furnishings.
Pay
$30/hour (hourly rate) plus a quarterly bonus; approximately $90,000 (anticipated maximum annual compensation, including quarterly bonus)
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