Account Executive

Empire Office

Account Executive at MHI generating leads and managing sales for interior design services. Focusing on relationships with builders and developers in residential and commercial sectors.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive sales experience in interior design and construction, with a strong ability to build relationships and present tailored proposals. Proven track record of managing the full sales cycle and achieving revenue goals while understanding market trends and client needs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sales Experience in Interior DesignRelationship Building with Key Decision-MakersPresentation and Negotiation SkillsCRM Tools ProficiencyMarket Trend Analysis

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Hard Skills

Sales Cycle ManagementProposal DevelopmentContract ExecutionLead GenerationForecastingPipeline Tracking

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationSelf-MotivatedResults-DrivenIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

CRM Tools

Industry Keywords

HomebuildingHospitalityStudent HousingActive Adult CommunitiesReal Estate DevelopmentCommercial Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Generate new leads and pursue sales opportunities within homebuilding, hospitality, student housing, and active adult communities
Build and maintain strong relationships with builders, developers, architects, and key decision-makers
Present design concepts, portfolios, and service offerings to prospective clients
Collaborate with design and operations teams to develop tailored proposals and presentations
Manage the full sales cycle from initial outreach through contract execution
Track opportunities, forecasts, and pipeline activity using CRM tools
Attend industry events, networking functions, and trade shows to expand market presence
Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities
Meet or exceed individual and company revenue goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

8–10 years of proven sales experience in interior design, architecture, construction, real estate development, or related industries
Strong understanding of the homebuilding and/or commercial development process
Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
Ability to sell creative services while balancing budgets, timelines, and client expectations
Self-motivated, results-driven, and comfortable working independently

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working arrangements