Entry-Level Design Retail Assistant | Learn & Grow

MillerKnoll; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay + quarterly bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, holidays, and parental\

Commuter benefits

401(k) with 4% company match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Design Within Reach is seeking a Sales Assistant to support day-to-day store operations and assist clients in a design-forward retail environment. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in sales support, customer service, inventory, and visual merchandising, with guidance from managers and team members.

You’ll gain exposure to product knowledge, design principles, and client interactions while contributing to a friendly, design-driven store culture. Weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Interest in design, retail, or customer service.
• Previous retail or customer-facing experience is a plus, but not required.
• Comfortable using Mac OS, Microsoft Office, Gmail, and navigating websites.
• Willingness to learn systems like Salesforce and design software (we’ll train you!).
• Able to lift up to 20 lbs and move items as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the team with order processing, delivery coordination, and client follow-up.
• Help maintain the store’s visual presentation and product displays.
• Assist with inventory of marketing materials, swatches, and office supplies.
• Learn about our products and design principles through training and team meetings.
• Communicate with clients via phone and email to provide helpful, friendly service.

Skills

Customer service

Retail experience

Design interest

Mac OS proficiency

Microsoft Office

Gmail

Salesforce learning

Light lifting

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Design Within Reach is seeking a Sales Assistant to support day-to-day store operations and assist clients in a design-forward retail environment. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in sales support, customer service, inventory, and visual merchandising, with guidance from managers and team members.

You’ll gain exposure to product knowledge, design principles, and client interactions while contributing to a friendly, design-driven store culture. Weekend availability is required.