Sales and Design Consultant

California Closets - Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training program

Uncapped earning potential

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Company leads

Generous discount

Referral bonuses

Job summary

California Closets - Minnesota is seeking a Design Consultant to deliver personalized, whole-home design solutions and outstanding service. The role requires collaboration with customers from needs discovery to installation, supported by comprehensive training and ongoing development.

The position is full-time (40+ hours/week) with paid training and an uncapped earning structure after training, plus benefits and leads to help grow sales and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Interior design education, direct industry experience, and/or in-home sales experience is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft 365 and experience working with laptops, tablets, and other electronic devices is required.
• Previous experience with Salesforce, CAD, or design software is preferred.
• The ability to be creative, yet meticulously detail-oriented with a sense of craftsmanship.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is required.

Responsibilities

• Commute to customers’ homes and design custom storage solutions utilizing our proprietary CAD software program.
• Meet or exceed monthly and annual sales targets by pursuing referrals and repeat business.
• Continuous follow-up with customers and collaboration with the installation team to ensure job completion.
• Participate in meetings and training sessions.
• Manage a portfolio of projects and clients of different complexity in a dynamic environment.

Skills

In-home sales experience

Sales targets

Customer service

Education

Interior design education

Tools

Microsoft 365

CAD

Salesforce

Job description

Company Description

Founded in 1978, California Closets has built a reputation as the leader and design authority for custom-designed organizational solutions and exceptional service. We believe home is more than just a place — it should be a source of creativity, comfort, and connection. From beautiful walk-in closets and entertainment centers to versatile pantries and home offices, we design and install custom solutions for the whole home that add value to your life and home by making space for what belongs. Think of it as ‘Practical Magic.’

Job Description

The Design Consultant role is critical to the California Closets Design Brand experience and the relationship earned with each and every customer. By listening to a customer’s needs and collaborating on every detail, this role is responsible for delivering highly personalized, whole-home design solutions and exceptional service. Supported by enhanced training, this role requires passion for design, integrity, and commitment to excellence for measuring, designing, selling, and delivering custom solutions that add lifetime value and impact. This is a full-time (40+ hours per week) position.

Training

• This opportunity comes with a 12-week training period with a salary of $2k bi-weekly.
• The first four weeks of training will require regular showroom hours Monday - Friday 10am-6pm.
• Once training is completed, this position transitions to an uncapped earning structure with no base salary, along with opportunities to earn bonuses.

What We Offer

California Closets has both company-owned and franchise locations. This location is company-owned, therefore earns the following benefits:

• A fun, creative, and inclusive work environment
• A generous compensation package that includes a paid training program and uncapped earning potential
• Health insurance – Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Some locations provide company issued cell phones or cell phone stipends
• Mileage and toll reimbursement
• Company leads to help bridge the gap after completion of training
• Generous company discount
• Referral bonuses

Franchises are independently owned and operated and may offer different benefits.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Commute to customers’ homes and design custom storage solutions utilizing our proprietary CAD software program.
• Meet or exceed monthly and annual sales targets by pursuing referrals and repeat business.
• Continuous follow-up with customers and collaboration with the installation team to ensure job completion.
• Participate in meetings and training sessions.
• Manage a portfolio of projects and clients of different complexity in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Interior design education, direct industry experience, and/or in-home sales experience is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft 365 and experience working with laptops, tablets, and other electronic devices is required.
• Previous experience with Salesforce, CAD, or design software is preferred
• The ability to be creative, yet meticulously detail-oriented with a sense of craftsmanship.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is required.