Retail Interior Design Sales Specialist

Living Spaces Furniture; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 28,791 - 37,401; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid sick leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Living Spaces Furniture in Vista, California is seeking a Sales Associate with a focus on interior design. You will engage with guests, determine their design needs, and provide expert product recommendations.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree in interior design and 1-2 years of customer service experience. The role requires effective communication and a passion for helping customers create their ideal living spaces.

Join us for a fulfilling career offering competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in customer service or retail environment.
• Experience in Microsoft Office programs.
• Vocational certificate or degree in interior design required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and engage guests to execute sales proficiency.
• Determine guests’ design project goals and requirements.
• Provide design advice, product knowledge, and recommendations.

Skills

Customer service

Interior design knowledge

Sales proficiency

Product knowledge

Education

Associate degree in interior design

Tools

Microsoft Office

Design software

Job description

Position Summary

This position’s primary responsibility is to serve in-store guests with a selling strategy that follows the guidelines of the Guest Engagement Model, while emphasizing interior design. The role services any influx of scheduled design appointments made in‑house, through commercial business channels, or via appointment‑setting technology by analyzing collected information regarding the project’s requests and constraints.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

• Greet and engage guests and execute sales proficiency using the 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.
• Maintain current knowledge of merchandise lines; product features, benefits and availability.
• Master product knowledge and brand design inspiration.
• Process customer transactions in the Point of Sale system.
• Complete required training in the expected timeframe, and participate 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 store 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.

Qualifications

Education/Experience: 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.

Computer Skills: Experience in Microsoft Office programs. Knowledge of design software programs is a plus.

Certificates and Licenses: Vocational certificate or degree in interior design. Must successfully complete the internal certification program at Living Spaces.

Compensation

Hiring pay range: $20.90 - $27.15 per hour.

Overtime pay is available for eligible, non‑exempt team members. Reimbursement for expenses is provided as required by applicable law and company policy. Retail, guest services and distribution center team members are eligible to receive team bonus based on meeting specific goals and KPIs.

Benefits

• Medical (full‑time only)
• Dental (full‑time only)
• Vision (full‑time only)
• 401(k) with company match (full and part‑time)
• Vacation (full‑time only or as otherwise required by applicable law)
• Paid sick leave (full and part‑time)
• Flex or health spending account (eligible full‑time only)
• Employee assistance program (full and part‑time)
• Holiday pay (full‑time only)
• Life insurance (full‑time only)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Living Spaces is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are not based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, age, military status, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.

E‑Verify

Living Spaces participates in E‑Verify. All newly‑hired team members are verified through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to confirm identity and employment eligibility.