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Create Inspiring Learning Spaces with Us!

Looking to drive change in education? Have a passion for design? Join our team of educational furniture experts, assisting schools in modernizing their learning spaces for the betterment of their communities.

 
 

Available Positions

Part-Time Central Illinois Architectural & Design (A&D) Representative

Educational Environments (Frank Cooney) is a market-leading furniture dealer specializing in modernizing learning spaces. We work to bring furniture and design solutions that embrace movement, flexibility, and collaboration; partnering with leading manufacturers and A&D to create the highest quality and most innovative learning spaces. Our office and showroom are in the Chicago Metro Area, but we serve clients throughout the state of Illinois and other states for special projects.

Your Role

We’re seeking a part-time, relationship-focused A&D Representative to support and develop partnerships with the Architectural and Design community across Central and Southern Illinois and the St. Louis region. This flexible role is ideal for someone who enjoys connecting with design professionals, understands their project goals, and offers creative solutions to meet their needs. You’ll work with Senior Account Managers and Designers to ensure our furniture solutions exceed our clients’ expectations. Projects can range from one classroom, library or media center to re-imagining 50 classrooms for an entire school district, or even designing first-of-its kind learning environments.

  • Part-time, flexible hours (to be discussed and agreed upon)

  • Ideal for candidates seeking flexible scheduling around other commitments

  • Travel within the region as needed (schedule negotiable) & visits to Chicago suburbs HQ

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain relationships with architects, designers, and design firms in Central IL, Southern IL, and St. Louis

  • Conduct presentations, lunch & learns, events and product training sessions for the A&D community

  • Provide design support and product expertise

  • Promote our manufacturers’ furniture solutions, with an emphasis on education and learning environments

  • Partner with internal sales team and other regional A&D reps to coordinate project opportunities

  • Track opportunities in CRM and maintain communication with key accounts

  • Attend selected industry events or networking opportunities as schedule allows

Qualifications:

  • 2+ years in A&D sales, commercial interiors, furniture sales, design, architecture or a related industry preferred

  • Understanding of the design process and comfort engaging with design professionals

  • Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills

  • Self-motivated and organized, able to manage time and regional territory effectively

  • Outstanding written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills with client, co-workers and executives

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products

Interested in this role? Send your resume to contactus@edu-env.com