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Job Description Overview CORT Party Rental is hiring for an Event Sales Specialist! The Event Specialist is responsible for closing profitable Special Event revenue within the showroom by providing exceptional customer service, efficiently handling showroom traffic, and proactively managing onsite inventory processes. Pay: $40k-$55k/year depending on experience Schedule: Schedule can be Tuesday-Saturday or Monday-Friday depending on business needs. This is an in office position. What We Offer Promote from within culture Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) available within 30 days or less 401(k) retirement plan with company match Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays Company-paid disability and life insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee discounts and perks Responsibilities Demonstrates proficiency answering phones and directing calls. Assists customers in the Showroom with basic rental contracts. Assist professional clients with events in the showroom or through email/phone. Utilize computer to complete Quotes, prepare Rental Contracts and obtain necessary information from customer. Provide an outstanding showroom experience for our clients with particular care given to the appearance of showroom and work area. Demonstrates a basic understanding of rental inventory with focus on tabletop and cooking products. Maintain exceptional relationships with customers to encourage additional revenue opportunities. Demonstrates thorough understanding of rental inventory including basic knowledge of basic stage options including accessories Responsible for following established opening and closing procedures of the showroom. Maintain a clean and orderly showroom. Follow necessary processes and policies diligently to ensure timely communication between departments and customer. Support all District sales and marketing efforts, including CORT Furniture Rental, CORT Tradeshows, and CORT Clearance Center business Qualifications High School diploma/GED or equivalent work experience. 2-3 years customer service and/or sales experience. Event knowledge or planning a plus. Maybe required to work Saturdays. Ability to quickly connect with others and demonstrating exceptional customer service and presentation skills. Excellent communication and reasoning skills, computer proficiency, phone skills, follow through skills, and account development and management skills. Required regularly to stand, walk, and talk or hear. Occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. Frequently required to sit, stand. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Must pass background checks as a condition of employment. CORT also participates in the E-Verify program. About CORT Party Rental CORT Party Rental, a part of Berkshire Hathaway, has been the premier event rental company in Washington State for over 50 years. From weddings to corporate meetings and conferences, our high-quality products; including tents, China, stemware and linens, we ensure every moment is memorable. Exceptional service starts with our employees. We pride ourselves on internal growth and promoting from within; there are many opportunities within our company to find a path to a long-term career. For more information on CORT Party Rental, visit https://www.cortpartyrental.com/ Working for CORT Party Rental Pursuant to the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance for participating locations, CORT will consider all qualified applicants to include those who may have criminal history records. Check your city government website for specific fair chance hiring information. For more informati