Designer, CB2

Crate & Barrel; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Crate & Barrel is seeking a Design professional to help customers plan and design their spaces, providing elevated design offerings in-store and virtually. You will lead one-on-one design consultations, create moodboards and floor plans, and deliver projects on time while aligning with CB2 aesthetics and merchandising strategies.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years in furniture/home decor design or retail, strong communication, and proficiency with design tools and Google platforms.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of relevant experience in Furniture Sales/ Home Decor Design or retail.
• Proficient in Google platforms, virtual communication, design tool experience preferred.
• Excellent, effective, and timely communication with customers.
• Ability to translate the brand vision of CB2 into design recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales by delivering elevated in-store and virtual design experiences.
• Create moodboards, 2D floor plans, product lists and style inspirations.
• Lead one-on-one design consultations in person or via email, phone, and virtual.
• Understand CB2 brand aesthetics and merchandising strategy by channel.
• Deliver sales, KPI and service goals while following the four steps of selling.
• Stay informed on marketplace and industry trends.

Skills

Basic design concepts

Communication skills

Technology fluency

Floor planning

Trend awareness

Customer relationship building

Google platforms

Tools

2D/3D design tools

Google Suite

Video conferencing

Job description

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced and bring beauty and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is nearly 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding.

Designers work with customers to help plan and design their spaces. Through elevated designs and delivering on the CB2 Experience (Be Positive. Inspiring. Finding a way), the Designers will maximize company sales growth and profitability. Their expertise, teamwork, passion for design, use of the design tools and creative selling skills will help deliver an amazing experience for the customer.

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 and virtually with customers

• Create elevated CB2 designs for customers using the preferred design tools to create moodboards, 2D floor plans, product lists and style inspiration

• Lead One on One Design consultations in person or via email, phone, and virtual design consults. Deliver projects in a timely manner and within determined timelines

• Possess a clear understanding of the CB2 brand aesthetics and merchandising strategy by channel - Store, Online, Catalog

• Deliver individual sales, KPI and service goals, productivity standards, and engage customers on the sales floor by demonstrating our four steps of selling, as communicated by the store manager.

• Stays informed with the marketplace and industry trends

• Actively listen to the customer to best identify which products will best meet their needs and communicate company loyalty services, when applicable. (e.g. designer rewards Design Trade Program, CB2 credit card and gift registry)

• Support and model excellent service by exhibiting a positive attitude and enthusiasm both in-store, virtually, and potentially in a customer’s home, ensuring all customers are provided gracious, quick, and efficient service

What you’ll bring to the table…

• 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

Euromarket Designs, Inc., which does business as Crate and Barrel and CB2, will be referred to as “the Company”. The Company is deeply committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the location you are applying to here and ask to speak with a manager regarding the nature of your request.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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State / City Compliance: The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.