Interior Designer / Sales Consultant - Hiring Event - Oak Brook Showroom

Walter E. Smithe Furniture, Inc.; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design invites you to a hiring event for Interior Design Sales Consultants at our Oak Brook showroom. Join a dynamic team where you'll interact with clients, design inspirational spaces, and drive your success with uncapped commissions and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid Training

Uncapped Commissions

Comprehensive Benefit Package

Paid Time Off

Flexible Schedules

Growth Culture

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 2+ years of interior design or consultative sales experience.
• Ability to lead a sales process and achieve sales goals.
• Highly motivated by commission sales.

Responsibilities

• Design spaces that inspire and delight clients.
• Drive business through client connections in the showroom.
• Manage multiple clients and projects to meet sales goals.

Skills

Client Engagement

Relationship Development

Sales Motivation

Job description

Description

You're Invited: Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design Hiring Event!
We're growing and excited to add Interior Design Sales Consultants to our Oak Brook showroom!

EVENT DETAILS:

When: Thursday, June 19th | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CT

Where: Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design - Oak Brook Showroom - 1501 16th St, Oak Brook, IL 60523

How to Participate:

• Register to interview in-person by applying online
• or go at smithe.com/careers
• Walk-ins are welcome!

Walter E. Smithe is a fourth-generation, family-owned company founded in Chicago in 1945. We’re known for our expert design service, high-quality furniture, and a 100% commitment to client satisfaction.

In This Role, You Will:

• Work in a beautiful, well-appointed showroom and interact directly with clients to design spaces that inspire and delight.
• Drive your business by making connections with clients in the showroom and through personal outreach.
• Partner with clients by listening to their needs, visiting their homes, and ultimately bringing their design dreams to life using our cutting-edge technologies and design tools.
• Have access to over 200 of the best brands in the industry, including Century, Four Hands, Bernhardt, Vanguard, Hancock & Moore, Baker, Rowe, Hickory Chair.
• Efficiently manage multiple clients and projects to meet or exceed monthly sales goals.
• Be supported by a dedicated team of client service, accounting, and delivery professionals.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Paid Training
• Uncapped Commissions (paid on order)
• Monthly & Annual Performance-Based Bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefit Package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and more
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedules
• Growth Culture with Opportunities for Leadership Advancement
• Employee Discounts

Compensation Notes:

• $20 per hour for the first 4 months, with option to switch to commission sooner
• Then 100% commission, uncapped, prepaid at time of order
• Annual Pay Range: $45,000-$130,000 (Year 1 Average $51,000 / Year 2 Average $61,000)
• Average Commission: 7.55% (Range: 6.6%-8.7%)
• Annual Performance Bonuses

Requirements

• 2+ years of interior design or consultative sales experience.
• A track record of business success that demonstrates the ability to lead a sales process and achieve sales goals.
• A natural ability to engage, connect, and develop relationships.
• Someone who is highly motivated by commission sales.
• A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.