Design & Sales Expert

Crate & Barrel; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Crate & Barrel is seeking a Designer to elevate in-store and in-home experiences through design expertise and sales acumen. You will guide customers from concept to presentation, creating moodboards, 2D/3D floor plans, and compelling product lists while promoting our design services and loyalty programs.

You will collaborate with store teams to ensure timely follow‑up, maintain brand aesthetics, and stay current with home trends and technology.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of relevant experience in Furniture Sales/ Home Decor Design or retail/ customer service experience.
• Experience working one on one with clients and recommending solutions.
• Proficient in Google platforms, virtual communication, design tool experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic design functions including spatial planning, fabric selection, lighting.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and deliver a differentiated customer experience through design consultations.
• Create moodboards and 2D/3D floor plans to present client proposals.
• Lead in-store and in-home design sessions and follow up on projects.
• Maintain brand standards in product presentation and design services.
• Develop lasting client relationships and contribute to design program growth.

Skills

Customer engagement

Sales oriented

Communication

Design sense

Education

1+ years relevant experience in Furniture Sales/Home Decor Design

Tools

2D & 3D design tools

Google Workspace

iPad/tech savvy

Job description

Crate and Barrel Designers are passionate about helping customers envision possibilities with the latest home design trends. They build meaningful, long‑term relationships by using their knowledge to guide customers in furnishing anything from an entire home to a single accent piece. Skilled across a range of design styles—from classic to contemporary—Designers utilize digital tools and technology during in‑store and in‑home consultations to bring customer visions to life. In this role, you will drive sales and customer engagement by promoting programs, leveraging leads, and maintaining an active presence on the sales floor. You will conduct customer outreach, develop design packages to brand standards, and ensure timely follow‑up. Maintaining operational excellence through impeccable product presentation and careful use of tools and technology is essential, as is collaborating with store and design teams to support business goals. This role offers a creative, rewarding career path for those passionate about home interiors and thriving in a team‑oriented, competitive environment.

A day in the life as a Designer

• Drive sales and a differentiated experience by providing enriching customer interactions, and providing elevated design offerings in the store, in-home and virtually with customers
• Create elevated designs for customers using the preferred design tools to create moodboards, 2D & 3D floor plans, product lists and customer presentations
• Lead design consultations in person (in‑store or in‑home) or via email, phone and virtual
• Deliver projects in a timely manner and within determined timelines
• Possess a clear understanding of the brand aesthetics and merchandising strategy by channel; Store, E-Commerce, Catalog
• Ensure full understanding and awareness of all product information, including characteristics, care information and staying informed with the competition and industry trends
• Deliver individual sales, KPI and service goals, productivity standards, and engage customers on the sales floor by demonstrating our selling skills
• Actively listen to the customer to identify which products will best meet their needs and communicate company loyalty services (e.g. designer rewards, Design Trade Program, credit card etc)
• Support and model excellent service by exhibiting a positive attitude and enthusiasm ensuring all customers are provided gracious, quick, and efficient service
• Support store training and educating on design services, to drive a clear understanding of design services and offerings
• Develop new and lasting relationships with customers through networking and clienteling
• Understanding of basic design functions including spatial planning, fabric selection, lighting, interior design styles
• Excellent, effective, and timely communication skills and the ability to translate the brand vision and the customers wants/needs
• Strong affinity for technology (2D and 3D tools, Google suite, video conferencing, iPad) and proficient in floor planning
• Ability to stay up to date on current design trends
• Ability to be an agent of change and shift quickly as our business evolves

We'd love to hear from you if you have…

• Understanding of basic design functions including spatial planning, fabric selection, lighting, interior design styles
• Excellent, effective, and timely communication skills and the ability to translate the brand vision of CB2 and the customers wants/needs
• Strong affinity for technology (2D and 3D tools, Google suite, video conferencing) and proficient in floor planning
• Ability to stay up to date on current design trends
• Proven track record of building long‑lasting relationships with customers

We'd love to hear from you if you have…

• 1+ years of relevant experience in Furniture Sales/ Home Decor Design or retail/ customer service experience
• Experience working one on one with clients and recommending solutions
• Proficient in Google platforms, virtual communication, design tool experience preferred