Design Studio Consultant

KB Home; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness program

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation

Job summary

KB Home is seeking a Design Studio Consultant to be the first point of contact for homebuyers after purchase. You will guide clients through the studio selection process, ensuring satisfaction and helping design a home they love.

The role involves scheduling, live appointments, sharing product knowledge, and coordinating with mortgage teams. It requires strong communication skills, a customer-centric approach, and the ability to work in a team and multi-task in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Customer service mindset and ability to interact with homebuyers.
• Interest and knowledge in interior design and space planning.
• Experience in retail or hospitality helpful for this role.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with homebuyers to understand design preferences.
• Conduct live video or in-person studio appointments to review choices.
• Share product knowledge and demonstrate offerings to buyers.
• Enter buyer options into KB Home systems and finalize paperwork via DocuSign.
• Maintain studio environment and coordinate with mortgage teams.
• Attend product trainings and weekly staff meetings.

Skills

Customer service

Interior design

Retail experience

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Associates/Bachelor preferred

Tools

DocuSign

Job description

About KB Home

KB Home is one of America's largest and most trusted homebuilders, with nearly 700,000 quality-homes built over our more than 65-year history. Operating across 21 divisions in 9 states, we don’t just build houses we create places where families can make a lifetime of memories. At KB Home, our foundation is our people. We foster genuine relationships with our customers throughout their homebuying journey, while our employees bring passion and purpose to work every day. Our shared culture of customer obsession drives our mission to make homeownership attainable for all.

The Opportunity

Join Our Team and Help Homebuyers Create Their Dream Homes! Are you passionate about interior design and customer service? KB Home is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Design Studio Consultant to be the first point of contact for homebuyers after purchase. In this role, you will guide buyers through the studio selection process, ensuring their satisfaction and helping them design a home they will love.

Key Responsibilities

Schedule: Sunday-Thursday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, with adjusted hours on Wednesdays from 9:00 AM-6:00 PM. Regular days off are Friday and Saturday.

• Build rapport with homebuyers to understand their design and lifestyle preferences.
• Conduct live video or in-person appointments to review available choices, considering design goals and budget.
• Share product knowledge and demonstrate offerings to buyers.
• Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
• Schedule and follow up on homebuyer appointments as needed.
• Accurately enter buyer's option choices into KB Home's software platform and complete necessary paperwork via DocuSign.
• Audit paperwork to ensure accuracy and process change orders promptly.
• Prepare for buyer appointments by pulling samples and coordinating with mortgage teams.
• Respond to homebuyers, operations, trade partners and sales teams phone calls, emails, and correspondence in a timely manner.
• Maintain proficient knowledge of all products offered in the Studio.
• Attend weekly staff meetings or product training sessions.
• Ensure the studio environment is maintained in excellent condition and report deficiencies.
• Assist in tagging product selections when needed.

What You Bring

• High school degree or equivalent required. Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Vocational degree or certificate in Interior Design or related field preferred.
• Previous retail or hospitality experience in a customer service-oriented environment required.
• 1 to 4 years of retail experience with a homebuilder or design industry preferred.
• Passion and knowledge of interior design and space planning.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams). Demonstrated use of technology and virtual capabilities.
• Ability to connect with people using various communication modes and develop professional relationships.
• Customer-centric approach, seeking solutions from the customer’s perspective.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow detailed processes and procedures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts succinctly and persuasively.
• Ability to work within a team-setting, inclusive of others’ ideas, and a willingness to cooperate.
• Conduct business in a professional and ethical manner with potential buyers, trade partners, and coworkers.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Ability to move about work location.
• Ability to drive/travel as needed.
• Ability to walk up and down stairs.
• Ability to observe details at close range and communicate information so others will understand.
• Ability to transport and move up to 20 lbs and move as needed (for roles in Construction/Customer Service/IT/Land/Marketing/Sales/Studio).
• Periodically works in outdoor weather conditions (for roles in Construction/Customer Service/Land/Sales).
• Position is located on-site at the KB Home design studio. #LI-onsite

Compensation Details and Benefits

Compensation includes base pay plus a performance-based bonus. KB Home provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, sick time and vacation.

The KB Home Difference

Join us and become part of a team where innovation, sustainability, and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction drive everything we do - and where people truly matter.

As a KB Home team member, you’ll experience:

• A culture defined by customer obsession and collaboration.
• The satisfaction of helping families achieve their dream of homeownership.
• Opportunities for growth and development within a nationally recognized company.

Visit ourcareer site to learn more about working at KB Home and joining our team.

KB Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer