Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design is hiring: Design Consultant in Naperville

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Job Description

The Smithe family has been furnishing beautiful lives since 1945. We are proud to be known for our expert design, our quality product, and our unequivocal commitment to 100% client satisfaction.

Our showrooms offer a positive and supportive work environment where our team can be successful and love what they do. With growth on our minds, we're looking to add an experienced Designer to our Naperville showroom team.

In This Role, You Will:

• Work in a beautiful, well-appointed showroom and interact directly with clients to design spaces that inspire and delight.
• Drive your business by making connections with clients in the showroom and through personal outreach.
• Partner with clients by listening to their needs, visiting their homes, and ultimately bringing their design dreams to life using our cutting-edge technologies and design tools.
• Have access to over 200 of the best brands in the industry, including Century, Four Hands, Bernhardt, Vanguard, Hancock & Moore, Baker, Rowe, Hickory Chair.
• Efficiently manage multiple clients and projects to meet or exceed monthly sales goals.
• Be supported by a dedicated team of client service, accounting, and delivery professionals.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Paid Training
• Uncapped Commissions (paid on order)
• Monthly & Annual Performance-Based Bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and more
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedules
• Growth Culture with Opportunities for Leadership Advancement
• Employee Discounts

Compensation Notes:

• $20 per hour for the first 4 months, with option to switch to commission sooner
• Then 100% commission, uncapped, prepaid at time of order
• Annual Pay Range: $40,000-$130,000 (Year 1 Average $51,000 / Year 2 Average $61,000)
• Average Commission: 7.55% (Range: 6.6%-8.7%)
• Annual Performance Bonuses for sales tiers above $800,000 (Range: $200-$20,000)

Requirements:

• 2+ years experience in luxury retail sales or interior design OR a career changer with a passion for interior design and 2+ years experience in sales or other related field.
• A track record of business success that demonstrates the ability to lead a sales process and achieve sales goals.
• A natural ability to engage, connect, and develop relationships.
• Someone who is highly motivated by commission sales.
• A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.

Company Description:
Walter E. Smithe is a 4th generation family-owned business with midwestern roots. Founded in Chicago in 1945 and opening a Naples, FL location soon, we are proud to be known for our expert design, our quality furniture, and our unequivocal commitment to 100% client satisfaction.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

• Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing