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Part-Time Interior Shade Representative

Cool Screens of Texas | Justin, Texas | Part-Time Contractor and Commission Paid

Position Summary

Cool Screens of Texas is seeking an experienced part-time Interior Shade Representative to guide residential and commercial clients through the selection, measurement, and specification of interior window shades and coverings. This is a client-facing role for someone who already knows the product category: roller and solar shades, cellular and pleated shades, Roman shades, woven woods, drapery, and motorized and smart-home control systems.

The right candidate is equally comfortable in a showroom consultation and an on-site measure, translates a client's design intent into an accurate order, and closes the sale without pressure. Approximately 10-20 hours per week, with scheduling flexibility around client appointments.

Key Responsibilities

·       Conduct in-showroom and in-home consultations, assessing light control, privacy, insulation, and aesthetic needs for each opening.

·       Take precise window measurements for inside and outside mount applications, and document mounting conditions, obstructions, and stack requirements.

·       Recommend appropriate shade types, fabrics, openness factors, liners, and hardware from current vendor lines.

·       Prepare accurate quotes and written proposals, and present pricing options across good, better, and best tiers.

·       Enter orders with vendors, verify specifications before release, and track lead times through delivery.

·       Coordinate installation scheduling with the install team and follow up with clients after completion.

·       Resolve fit, fabric, and motorization issues, and process warranty claims and remakes as needed.

·       Maintain showroom displays, sample books, and pricing materials in current condition.

·       Build referral relationships with interior designers, builders, and property managers in the local market.

·       Log client activity, quotes, and follow-ups in  and meet monthly sales targets.

Required Qualifications

·       Two or more years of direct experience selling or specifying interior window shades, blinds, shutters, or drapery.

·       Working knowledge of major shade manufacturers and their measurement and ordering conventions.

·       Demonstrated accuracy in field measuring; understands the cost of a mis-measure.

·       Comfortable presenting price and asking for the order.

·       Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel within the [metro area] service territory.

·       Proficiency with quoting software, email, and basic spreadsheets.

Preferred Qualifications

·       Experience with motorized and automated shade systems, including [Somfy, Lutron, or comparable] programming.

·       Background in interior design, staging, or a related design discipline.

·       Existing relationships with designers, builders, or commercial property managers in the local market.

·       Familiarity with commercial solar shade specification and glare or solar heat gain considerations.

Schedule and Compensation

·       10-20 hours per week, with some evening and Saturday appointments to accommodate client availability.

·       15% commission on written and installed business.

Physical Requirements

·       Ability to safely use a step ladder and measure openings at height.

·       Ability to lift and carry sample books and product samples weighing up to [30] pounds.

·       Regular travel between the showroom and client sites.