Poltrona Frau Inside Sales & Interior Architect

POLTRONA FRAU SPA; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading luxury design firm is seeking an experienced Interior Architect/Designer for their Washington DC showroom. This hybrid role combines inside sales and design, requiring expertise in high-end furniture and a strong aesthetic sensibility. Applicants should have at least 5 years of experience, a solid portfolio, and the ability to guide clients through the design process. Offering a base salary of $65,000 to $85,000 plus commissions, this position includes benefits like health insurance and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in high-end furniture, luxury interiors, or A+D-facing sales environments.
• Strong portfolio showing space planning, concept development, and material sensibility.
• Confidence presenting to discerning clients and design professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead design conversations from concept to specification.
• Deliver a high-touch showroom experience aligned with luxury standards.
• Manage a project pipeline with discipline and elegance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Client relationship management

Presentation skills

Digital fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, or Industrial Design

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Revit

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Poltrona Frau is seeking a refined, design‑led professional to join our Washington DC showroom in a hybrid role that blends Inside Sales and Interior Architecture/Design. This position is ideal for someone who pairs commercial acumen with a strong aesthetic sensibility—able to guide clients from inspiration to specification, while cultivating long‑term relationships within the A+D community.

As an Interior Architect/Designer, you will work with colleagues and private clients and dealers across luxury residential and select commercial projects, translating lifestyle and brand narratives into thoughtful, impeccably detailed interiors. As a business driver, you will grow opportunities, build a robust pipeline, and act as a local brand ambassador for Poltrona Frau. When needed, this role will also provide on‑floor coverage to support the showroom team and ensure an exceptional client experience.

This role reports directly to the Showroom Manager.

Design Leadership & Project Development

• Lead design conversations from concept to specification, shaping complete solutions that reflect Poltrona Frau’s heritage, craftsmanship, and modern sophistication.
• Develop project narratives and presentations (concepts, space planning, furniture plans, finish/material palettes, and product specifications) for residential and commercial spaces.
• Serve as a trusted design partner to private clients and dealer partners, supporting full‑scope projects and multi‑room environments.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders—architects, interior designers, developers, and project teams—to ensure design intent, technical alignment, and project continuity.
• Curate cohesive proposals that balance aesthetics, performance, timelines, and investment—bringing clarity and confidence to client decisions.

Sales & Client Experience

• Deliver a high‑touch showroom experience aligned with luxury standards—welcoming clients, and guiding choices with discretion and expertise.
• Execute sales efforts to provide excellent client services & sales results as per showroom target.
• Build and expand relationships within the A+D community; generate new opportunities while nurturing existing accounts and repeat business.
• Manage a project pipeline with discipline and elegance—quotes, revisions, follow‑ups, and documentation—ensuring responsiveness and an exceptional client journey.
• Represent Poltrona Frau locally as a brand ambassador at showroom appointments, presentations, and targeted events.
• Provide showroom floor coverage as needed, supporting walk‑in clients, peak periods, appointments, and overall team continuity.

Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, or Industrial Design.
• 5+ years of experience in high‑end furniture, luxury interiors, or A+D‑facing sales environments, with demonstrated project involvement.
• A strong portfolio showing space planning, concept development, material sensibility, and the ability to translate design into executable specifications.

Technical and Soft Skills

• Confidence presenting to discerning clients and design professionals, with a consultative, relationship‑first approach.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable managing multiple projects with precision and grace.
• Strong digital fluency (Microsoft Office required; familiarity with design tools such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, Adobe, etc).
• Well‑connected within the Washington A+D community.

Workplace

Washington DC

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $65,000‑$85,000 + commissions.

Benefits: 401(k) match, health insurance, paid time off and paid holidays.