Design Specialist - Sarasota

Design Within Reach; Ferry Pass (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Paid time off

Commuter benefit

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Professional development

Commission-based pay

Job summary

Design Within Reach in Ferry Pass, FL, is seeking a Design Specialist to blend design sensibility with consultative selling, delivering exceptional client experiences. You’ll work with iconic designers and brands, building lasting relationships within the local design community.

This role reports to the General Manager and drives store success. Responsibilities include delivering personalized design consultations, guiding product selection and space planning, and achieving sales KPIs while

Qualifications

• Experience in sales in a client-facing environment.
• Ability to translate design concepts into solutions.
• Familiarity with modern designers and brands.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales by delivering personalized design consultations and solutions that meet client needs.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, trade professionals, and the local design community.
• Meet and exceed sales performance goals, including revenue targets and client retention metrics.
• Guide clients through product selection, space planning, and styling.

Skills

Sales experience

Design eye

Client relations

Interior design knowledge

Job description

Why join us?

At Design Within Reach, home comes first. We believe in creating and sourcing pieces that move with you and are meant to be enjoyed over a lifetime – from home to home, generation to generation. For us, that means exceptionally crafted, built-to-last, and beautifully designed furnishings.

Why join us?

At Design Within Reach, home comes first. We believe in creating and sourcing pieces that move with you and are meant to be enjoyed over a lifetime – from home to home, generation to generation. For us, that means exceptionally crafted, built-to-last, and beautifully designed furnishings.

Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Design Within Reach means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Design Within Reach to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

Are you a creative professional with a passion for interior design and a proven track record in sales? Do you thrive in a client-facing environment where you can bring iconic modern design to life? If so, our Design Within Reach store is looking for you.

What We Offer:

• $20 hourly base with uncapped commission on shipped items
• Performance-based bonus plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave
• Commuter benefit up to $150/month
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Generous employee discounts
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

Store Hours: Open daily, Sunday through Saturday (weekend and holiday availability required)

About the Role:

As a Design Specialist, you’ll blend your design sensibility with consultative selling skills to deliver exceptional client experiences. You’ll represent legendary designers like Charles and Ray Eames and brands such as Herman Miller and Knoll, while building lasting relationships with clients and the local design community. You’ll report directly to the General Manager and play a key role in driving the store’s success.

What You’ll Do:

• Drive sales by delivering personalized design consultations and solutions that meet client needs
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, trade professionals, and the local design community
• Meet and exceed sales performance goals, consistently achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) including revenue targets, conversion rates, and client retention metrics
• Leverage your design expertise to guide clients through product selection, space planning, and styling