Showroom Merchandising Internship (Summer 2024)

Monday, March 18, 2024


Company: Dallas Rugs
Location: Dallas, TX
Position: Internship
Department: Merchandising and Digital Retailing

*APPLICANTS MUST SEND EMAIL WITH RESUME & COVER LETTER TO ADMIN@DALLASRUGS.COM IN ADDITION TO HANDSHAKE APPLICATION IN ORDER TO BE SCHEDULED FOR AN INTERVIEW.*

Position is responsible for creating an aesthetically pleasing visual environment in the showroom, as well as updating the company website in accordance with company policy. Intern will also be responsible for evaluating inventory needs to facilitate the aesthetic experience in our showrooms while simultaneously performing administrative functions related to the department. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Seasonal aesthetic visual merchandising of showroom sample displays

• Creative social media marketing and help brainstorm ideas for cyclical email marketing campaigns 
• Track home fashion trends and customer feedback to identify inventory needs and opportunities 
• Maintain rug wish list and keep track of vendors, collections, and colors to showcase in Dallas Rugs showroom
• Maintain database of past, current and prospective inventory collections

•  Input new products to company website 

• Ensure all product tags are complete with all the relevant information and proactively seek information to complete tags with missing information.
• Contact clients to follow up on sample consignments and ensure samples are returned using standard company template emails
• Create client packets for inquiry records and frequently read through inquiries to maintain familiarity with client projects, requests, likes, needs, and personal information
• Familiarize self with each vendor and their pros and cons. Do they stock large pieces? Do they sell to the public on discount websites? Are they notorious for delays?   Keep these details in mind when planning inventory

• Analyze best-selling products and poorly selling products to determine product benefits and drawbacks 
• Spanish/English bilingual a plus

$12.00 per hour