In-Store Interior Design Consultant

FHLB Des Moines; Los Alamitos (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Health Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Holiday pay

Life insurance

Job summary

Living Spaces California is seeking a Sales/Design Associate to welcome guests, apply the Guest Engagement Model, and guide customers through design decisions. You’ll analyze requests, present fabrics, furniture, and accessories, and translate goals into tailored room concepts.

The role requires 1–2 years in retail or design, an interior design background, and proficiency with Microsoft Office; training certs may be required. Weekend availability is expected in a fast-paced store environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (A.A. or A.S.) or equivalent from a community college or four-year college in interior design.
• 1-2 years experience in a customer service, retail, or furniture store environment.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must have experience in Microsoft Office programs.
• Knowledge of design software programs is a plus.
• Vocational certificate or degree in interior design. Must successfully complete the internal certification program at Living Spaces.

Responsibilities

• Greet and engage guests and execute sales proficiency using Living Spaces Guest Engagement Model and supporting behaviors
• Determine guests’ goals and requirements of their design project
• Provide relevant design advice, product knowledge, and product recommendations
• Present customized room designs, including sample fabrics, furniture, tables and accessory recommendations
• Maintains current knowledge of merchandise lines; product features, benefits and availability
• Master product knowledge and brand design inspiration
• Processes customer transactions in the Point of Sale system
• Completes required training in the expected timeframe, and participates in ongoing learning opportunities
• Actively support and contribute to the store team with the goal of helping the entire team delight guests and achieve revenue targets
• Ensure that the stores is “Grand Opening” ready by completing the daily task list and style guides
• Ability to work weekends and most holidays
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment

Skills

Guest engagement

Sales proficiency

Design consultation

Product knowledge

POS transactions

Team contribution

Training & learning

Fast-paced environment

Weekend/Holiday availability

Education

Associate degree in interior design

Interior design certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Design software knowledge

Job description

Living Spaces California is seeking a Sales/Design Associate to welcome guests, apply the Guest Engagement Model, and guide customers through design decisions. You’ll analyze requests, present fabrics, furniture, and accessories, and translate goals into tailored room concepts.

The role requires 1–2 years in retail or design, an interior design background, and proficiency with Microsoft Office; training certs may be required. Weekend availability is expected in a fast-paced store environment.