Design Strategist

Continua Interiors; Illinois; On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401k Match

Company social hours

Job summary

A leading design firm is seeking a Design Strategist to drive workplace strategies and bolster customer experience. In this full-time role, you will collaborate with sales and provide innovative design solutions underpinned by strong knowledge of commercial construction. The position offers a competitive salary between $60,000 and $81,000, along with comprehensive benefits and a commitment to community service.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industry experience is required.
• Local travel for in-person customer meetings is required.
• In-depth product knowledge, including experience with Herman Miller and Knoll products.

Responsibilities

• Participate in strategy to win new business.
• Assist in the sales process in lead and support roles.
• Provide exceptional customer service and workplace design knowledge.

Skills

Strong knowledge of interior commercial construction

Enthusiasm for winning new business

Professional communication skills

Team collaboration skills

Ability to prioritize tasks

Education

Relevant industry certifications

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Commercial furniture industry software

Job description

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Base Pay Range

$60,000.00/yr - $81,000.00/yr

Talent Acquisition Partner at Continua Interiors

Through our offering of furniture, walls, and audio‑visual solutions, Continua Interiors is on a mission to transform the way people work, learn and heal across the Midwest. Continua places great importance on fostering a supportive work environment that values culture, community, and connection with both team members and clients. We are not just a company; we are a movement, reshaping the dealer landscape across the Midwest.

Our Core Values

Strive To Be Great | Do Hard Things | Stronger Together | Own It

Accountabilities

• Product Application Expert
• Customer Experience
• Strategy with Sales
• Design
• Win New Business

What You'll Be Doing

• Participate in a “refuse to lose” strategy, partnering with the sales team to win new business.
• Assist in the sales process, serving as a lead role in some instances and a supporting role in others.
• Provide exceptional customer service, workplace design, workplace knowledge and creative application of space for all Continua customers and prospective customers.
• Develop budget, RFP and RFI responses.
• Aid in customers’ workplace strategy by using Continua product solutions and typical development.
• Respond quickly to internal and external customers for all needs and inquiries to keep the sales cycle on track.
• Successfully transition new projects to sales team and designers.
• Stay up to date on new product introductions, research, and knowledge.
• Produce high quality work in the form of plans, renderings, reports, etc.

What You Should Have

• 3+ years of industry experience
• Requires local travel for in‑person customer meetings and occasional out of state travel for learning opportunities
• Strong knowledge of interior commercial construction, architecture, design, real estate, and contract furnishings.
• In‑depth product knowledge and application, including experience with Herman Miller and Knoll products.
• Enthusiasm for winning new business.
• Understanding of strategic proposal management and presentation of solutions to customers.
• Ability to work with our influencers and customers to meet deadlines.
• Professional communication skills, and willingness to grow and invest in strong relationships with customers.
• Team collaboration skills; ability to take multiple opinions into account in a rapidly changing environment.
• Understanding of value engineering to keep pricing competitive.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects efficiently.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, CET, CAP, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite, and commercial furniture industry software; willingness to learn new systems.
• Maintain relevant industry certifications.
• Build and nurture relationships with vendors and industry partners.
• Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 20 pounds. This position may require travel between offices, jobsites, and/or client locations, which may involve extended periods of sitting or standing, lifting light luggage, and adapting to different time zones.

What We Bring to the Table

• A State‑of‑the‑Art Facility with incredible technology throughout and a multitude of workspaces at your disposal
• Use the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) methodology to provide tools to help individuals and teams achieve goals, growth, and improvement.
• Quarterly All Company Meetings
• Community Service opportunities
• Company social hours
• Ability to use your talents and strengths to make a positive impact

Compensation and Benefits

The hiring compensation range for this position is a base salary of $60,000-$81,000 with eligibility for annual bonuses. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and location, as well as internal equity and market considerations.

Benefits available in this position include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Company paid Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• HSA, DCA and FSA options available
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401k Match (50% of every 1% up to 4%)

Disclosures

Notice: The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The above job description is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their manager.

Notice: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Continua is a drug‑free workplace.

Continua is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Design, Business Development, and Sales

Industries

Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing