Willis Music
Piano Specialist- K-12 & Teacher Outreach Focus
Willis Music of Cincinnati is growing! We are currently seeking a motivated and energetic person to represent Steinway & Sons and Roland digital pianos to a very specific clientele. Willis Music has been known in Cincinnati for over 125 years for being dedicated to education and providing the highest quality in goods and services.
Position Notes:
- This is a Part Time (starting) position with growth opportunity.
- Approx. 25 hours per week, Saturday in store will be required.
- This position is 60-70% out of the store. Reliable transportation and a license are required.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Institutional Sales to K-12 schools, community centers, and places of worship.
- Creating & Growing relationships with private piano teachers and their studios.
- Cultivating sales relationships with piano teachers and their students.
- Host Recital Hall events (located in the store).
- Assist in planning and hosting special events in the store.
- Achieve personal sales goals and support the store team.
- Learning and promoting company programs, that help customers reach their instrument goals.
- Assist in fund-raising efforts with institutions requiring assistance.
- Research and awareness for potential sales opportunities occurring in the market.
- Conduct inventory assessment to support schools in managing their piano inventory.
- Present educational groups and individuals with professional recommendations.
- Oversea C&A piano fleet and rental program (future).
Qualifications Sought After:
- Strong piano playing skills & confidence (degree in performance or education preferred).
- Experience in customer service and/or sales.
- Comfort and experience working with a luxury brand.
- Strong written & verbal communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Experience with technology such as Apple products, MS Office, Teams, Zoom, and a CRM.
- Charisma and confidence in speaking with customers, educators, administrators, and artists.
Training Provided:
- In-store discussions and practice on Roland digital pianos.
- Role-playing and selling techniques related to the piano and music industry.
- Steinway & Sons product and sales training in Astoria, New York.
- Using our Point-of-Sale system, CRM, and other related technologies.
- Assessment of pianos.
Pay Structure:
- Positions are an Hourly Rate plus commission, goal bonus, and spiffs. There is no cap on commission earnings. Mileage is paid for your travel.