Designer Relationship Manager

CIETÖ CABINETRY COMPANYDesigner Relationship ManagerSummary Posting

CIETÖ Cabinetry Company is seeking a Designer Relationship Manager to build and manage strategic relationships with interior designers, kitchen designers, luxury residential designers, design-build firms, architects, and boutique design studios.

This role will focus on recruiting, onboarding, supporting, and growing a network of design professionals who can specify and recommend CIETÖ cabinetry, closets, vanities, and custom millwork products for residential and light commercial projects.

The Designer Relationship Manager will serve as the primary point of contact between CIETÖ and the design community, helping designers successfully integrate CIETÖ products into their projects while generating qualified sales opportunities.

Compensation

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Details

Position

Designer Relationship Manager

Engagement Type

Independent Contractor (1099)

Trial Period

90 Days

Monthly Business Development Draw

$3000 per month

Total Trial Draw

Up to $9,000 during first 90 days

Draw Repayment

No repayment required

Continuation Requirement

Subject to successful completion of Trial Period KPI targets

Designer-Generated Revenue Commission

5%

Self-Generated Revenue Commission

10%

Annual Performance Bonus

$5,000 – $15,000

Estimated OTE

$120,000 – $180,000+

Target Market

Interior Designers, Kitchen Designers, Architects, Design-Build Firms

Territory

Philadelphia, Main Line, New Jersey

Division

Designer Network Development

### Commission Definitions

Designer-Generated Revenue:

Projects introduced, specified, referred, or influenced by an approved CIETÖ Designer Partner.

Self-Generated Revenue:

Projects sourced directly by the Designer Relationship Manager through independent business development efforts.

Position Summary

The Designer Relationship Manager will be responsible for identifying, recruiting, onboarding, and maintaining relationships with interior designers, kitchen designers, luxury residential designers, architects, design-build firms, and boutique design studios throughout the Philadelphia and Main Line markets.

The position requires a highly relationship-driven individual who can build trust with design professionals, educate them on CIETÖ products, coordinate project opportunities, and help convert designer specifications into closed sales.

Key ResponsibilitiesDesigner Relationship Development

· Develop relationships with interior designers, kitchen designers, architects, and design-build firms.

· Prospect new design firms through networking, referrals, industry events, LinkedIn, Instagram, and direct outreach.

· Schedule showroom visits, lunch-and-learns, product presentations, and design consultations.

· Build long-term relationships that generate recurring project opportunities.

· Become a trusted resource for designers throughout the project lifecycle.

Designer Recruitment & Onboarding

· Recruit new designers into the CIETÖ Designer Partner Program.

· Conduct onboarding meetings and explain commission structures and partnership benefits.

· Educate designers on cabinetry construction, finishes, door styles, hardware options, and installation requirements.

· Ensure designers understand CIETÖ's design process and project workflow.

· Maintain active engagement with designer partners.

Project Development & Opportunity Management

· Track active designer projects from concept through installation.

· Assist designers with product selection and specification.

· Coordinate with internal design, estimating, operations, and installation teams.

· Ensure project opportunities are accurately tracked within the CRM.

· Follow up on all active opportunities and maintain pipeline visibility.

Designer Marketing & Brand Development

· Organize designer networking events.

· Coordinate CIETO presentations and educational seminars.

· Host showroom events and designer appreciation programs.

· Build awareness of CIETÖ within the local design community.

· Support social media collaborations with designers.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is an outgoing, relationship-oriented professional who enjoys networking and building long-term partnerships.

This person should be comfortable interacting with luxury residential designers, architects, homeowners, and builders while representing the CIETÖ brand professionally.

Highly Preferred Experience

· Interior design industry experience.

· Kitchen and bath industry experience.

· Luxury residential construction experience.

· Cabinetry, closet, millwork, furniture, or building product sales.

· Existing designer network in Philadelphia/Main Line/New Jersey.

· Experience hosting networking events and presentations.

· Experience using CRM systems.

Required Skills & Qualifications

· Strong relationship-building skills.

· Excellent communication and presentation skills.

· Comfortable networking and attending industry events.

· Ability to manage multiple designer relationships simultaneously.

· Strong follow-up and organizational skills.

· Professional appearance and presentation.

· Self-motivated and goal-oriented.

· Ability to travel locally for meetings and events.

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role means that CIETÖ becomes a preferred cabinetry and closet brand among the regional design community.

The Designer Relationship Manager consistently recruits high-quality designers, develops long-term partnerships, generates recurring project opportunities, and creates a growing pipeline of designer-driven revenue.

Pay: $62,007.00 - $74,675.30 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Fuel reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Profit sharing
• Referral program

Work Location: On the road