Open Mind Interiors - Job Posting: Sales Consultant

Location: Open Mind Interiors (OMI), Thunder Bay

Base Salary + Bonus = $60,000-$85,000 + Benefits

We design workspaces that work harder. Want in? At Open Mind Interiors, we don’t just sell office furniture, we reimagine what a workspace can be. As Northwestern Ontario’s only contract furniture dealership, we specialize in designing functional, flexible, and beautiful environments that help our clients do their best work. Whether it’s a striking glass wall system or a carefully curated ergonomic setup, our spaces are built to inspire and built to last.

Now, we’re looking for a driven, design-savvy Sales & Design Consultant to help bring those spaces to life. If you have an eye for design, a love of connecting with people, and a passion for helping local businesses thrive, keep reading.

Your Mission

To become one of the faces of OMI, connecting with clients, listening deeply, and co-creating workspaces that feel as good as they function.

You'll guide clients through the journey from dream to delivery, bringing concepts to life alongside our in-house designers and trusted manufacturing partners (hello, Teknion!). This isn’t just sales, its strategy, storytelling, and relationship-building, all wrapped in one rewarding role.

What You’ll Be Doing

1. Drive sales of furniture, wall systems, flooring, acoustic solutions, and full-service packages

2. Meet clients onsite to take measurements, photos, and notes that bring the project into focus.

3. Collaborate with designers to tailor solutions that balance function.

4. Build your funnel with go-to-market strategies, regular outreach, and rock-solid follow-ups.

5. Stay in the know on the latest product launches, trends, and training opportunities. Your knowledge is your superpower.

6. Respond to tenders and RFPs, and prepare thoughtful, well-written proposals and pricing packages.

7. Nurture relationships with architects, designers, contractors, and business owners across Thunder Bay and the region.

8. Host showroom presentations and demos that leave people inspired

What You Bring to the Table

1. A keen design sense and love for creating smart, stylish spaces

2. Strong communication and active listening skills (you're the person who really gets what a client is saying)

3. Goal-oriented and self-driven; you like checking things off lists and chasing big wins

4. Great with time management and details (you know when something’s due and what needs to happen first)

5. Collaborative energy; you’re a team player who likes bouncing ideas around Openness to the occasional after-hours meeting or install (it’s worth it when a space comes together!)

6. Experience in sales or project-based client work (bonus points if it’s in interiors, furniture, or construction)

7. Love Thunder Bay and want to help local businesses grow and attract talent

8. Are naturally curious and always eager to learn the next thing

9. Can juggle multiple projects and timelines like a pro

10. Want a career that’s creative, collaborative, and client-facing

11. Take pride in your work and love watching a space go from sketch to reality

Qualifications

1. Post-secondary education in business, marketing, real estate, or design

2. Minimum 2 years business to business sales experience selling furniture, design services, cabinetry etc. preferred

3. Excellent verbal presentation and written communication skills

4. Comfortable using Microsoft Office, Canva, Adobe

5. Previous use of project estimating software, proposal writing an asset

6. Legal eligibility to work in Canada

The Perks

1. Competitive base salary + commission structure = $60,000 -

   $85,000+ based on your sale performance

2. 3 weeks paid vacation, pro-rated in year one

3. Comprehensive co-pay health benefits (after 90 days)

4. A laptop and mobile plan so you can work on the go

5. Vehicle expense reimbursement

6. We celebrate team lunches, birthdays, baby showers, and team outings

7. A workplace culture that celebrates your wins, supports your growth, and keeps things real

Ready to Build Something Amazing? We believe great design starts with an open mind and a great team. If you’re excited by the idea of helping businesses rethink how they work, apply today and bring your energy to the table.

SEND YOUR RESUME & APPLICATION TO: stacey@openmindinteriors.com