Sidney Malone

Experience

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  Landmark Interiors

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2007

  Interior Designer / Project Manager

  At Landmark Interiors, after one year, I spearheaded the launch of the new Design Center in Palm Valley, AZ, showcasing my ability to innovate and lead. My specialization included the skilled coordination and colorization of various interior products such as flooring, countertops, and cabinets, as well as intricate details in-home wiring, plumbing, and appliances. I was adept at performing take-offs from blueprints to calculate custom prices for selected upgrade items accurately. My creativity was further exemplified in creating custom floor and wall designs using stone and porcelain tiles, complete with custom diagrams for illustration. Balancing time constraints, I effectively managed multiple accounts and back-to-back appointments. My role also involved working with 12 home builder accounts, encompassing 630 different floor plans. This required an extensive knowledge of each account's requirements, base selections, and structural options available for customers' new homes.Builder accounts include: Toll Brothers ~ Nicholas Homes ~ TW Lewis ~ William Lyon ~ Artisan Homes ~ Great Western ~ Fulton Homes ~ Courtland Homes ~ Highland Homes ~ Artisan Homes ~ Montalba Homes ~ Pulte Homes Show less

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  William Lyon Homes

  Feb 2007 - Mar 2009

  Interior Designer / Project Manager

  At the William Lyon Design Center, I played a pivotal role in its launch and was instrumental in selecting the range of products offered to homeowners during their design appointments. My responsibilities extended to managing "New Home Interior" accounts for the William Lyon Homes' construction division in Scottsdale, AZ. Leveraging my comprehensive knowledge of product features and benefits, I adeptly assisted clients in choosing custom products, including paint, flooring, cabinetry, countertops, custom tile layouts, plumbing, appliances, electrical options, and construction changes. My expertise and client-focused approach significantly contributed to a remarkable 60% increase in sales volume compared to the previous year's sales for the same community. Show less

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  Smith & Noble

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2011

  Interior Designer / Project Manager

  In my role, I excelled in design innovation, developing and presenting unique design solutions with detailed illustrations for clients. My expertise in window coverings involved custom recommendations based on client preferences in style and functionality. I efficiently generated accurate estimates and orders, capturing precise product details. My sales proficiency led to surpassing monthly sales targets by over 10%, effectively using the "Frontier" software for client documentation. Additionally, my adept project management contributed to a 60% increase in sales volume from the previous year by ensuring complete customer satisfaction during installations. Show less

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  Stone Source

  Jun 2013 - Jul 2020

  In my role, I excelled in client relations, maintaining solid relationships with trade architects, design clients, builders, and fabricators. I implemented growth strategies for client accounts, consistently met sales targets, and managed sales areas with weekly travel. My expertise in natural stone and tile products kept me in sync with industry trends, aiding in guiding clients in material selection. Skilled in client communication, I delivered impactful presentations and reports. Additionally, my proficiency in contract negotiation and problem-solving involved effective collaboration with internal teams to resolve client issues. Show less In my dynamic role, I led the successful launch and management of the Stone Source Showroom in Los Angeles. I combined my skills as a Manager and in-house Interior Designer to cater to commercial, builder, and custom home selections. My hands-on approach to client collaboration involved assisting A & D accounts in the showroom, offering creative design ideas, product samples, and meticulous follow-up. I specialized in customer needs assessment, adeptly matching clients with materials that met their aesthetic, project, and budgetary needs. My efforts culminated in driving multimillion-dollar project sales, setting showroom records, and consistently surpassing Western Region sales goals. With a strategic focus on account development and relationship building, it led me to a significant A & D account base of over 300+ accounts. This success, coupled with my initiative to expand the team by hiring additional consultants, paved the way for my progression into outside sales. Show less

  • A&D Account Manager

    Aug 2016 - Jul 2020

  • Showroom Manager / Interior Designer

    Jun 2013 - Aug 2016