What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interior Designer/Sales Consultant - Hiring Event position at Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design?
You're Invited: Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design Hiring Event!
We're growing and excited to add Interior Design Sales Consultants to our VERNON HILLS showroom!
EVENT DETAILS:
- When: Thursday, November 13th | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM CT
- Where: Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design - Vernon Hills showroom - 280 S. Milwaukee Avenue, Vernon Hills 60661
HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
- Register to interview in-person by applying online
- or go at smithe.com/careers
- Walk-ins are welcome!
Walter E. Smithe is a fourth-generation, family-owned company founded in Chicago in 1945. We’re known for our expert design service, high-quality furniture, and a 100% commitment to client satisfaction.
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 Benefit Package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and more
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Schedules
- Growth Culture with Opportunities for Leadership Advancement
- Employee Discounts
Compensation Notes:
- Hourly compensation for the first 4 months, with option to switch to commission sooner.
- Then 100% commission, uncapped, prepaid at time of order
- Annual Pay Range: $45,000-$130,000 (Year 1 Average $51,000 / Year 2 Average $61,000)
- Average Commission: 7.55% (Range: 6.6%-8.7%)
- Annual Performance Bonuses
Job Requirements:
- 2 years of interior design or consultative sales experience.
- 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.
Salary : $45,000 - $130,000