Sales Consultant

Socket.dev; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Scan Design in Tampa is seeking a Design Consultant to blend interior design expertise with consultative sales, guiding clients from concept through final white-glove delivery. You will act as a brand ambassador for a high-end Florida institution with a 50-year legacy, delivering tailored spaces and exceptional service.

The role emphasizes weekend availability, holiday events, and showroom coverage to maximize sales opportunities while maintaining premium client experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in high-end, relationship-based sales (luxury retail, interior design, or real estate).
• Self-motivated with ability to hit sales targets and work peak hours.
• Ability to visualize and communicate sophisticated interior layouts.
• Familiarity with design tools like Floor Planner or AutoCAD is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage clients in-store and in-home to identify lifestyle needs and budgets.
• Develop floor plans and layouts to showcase Scan Design pieces.
• Curate accessories, finishes, lighting, and rugs for cohesive environments.
• Oversee client journey from introduction to procurement and white-glove delivery.
• Support showroom merchandising to keep the space aspirational.

Skills

Consultative sales

Autonomy

Spatial vision

Industry expertise

Brand ambassadorship

Communication

Tools

Floor planner

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

The Opportunity: Delivering Dreams through Timeless Design

At Scan Design, we don’t just sell furniture; we curate sanctuaries. For over 50 years, we have built a reputation across Florida as the premier destination for high-end home furnishings. We are looking for a Design Consultant for our Tampa location who is as motivated by sales targets as they are a beautiful floor plan.

This is a high performance sales role. You will act as a brand ambassador and a creative visionary. You will act as the vital link between our global collection and the client’s dream space, utilizing a sophisticated blend of interior design expertise and consultative sales techniques to manage projects from initial concept to final white-glove delivery.

Compensation & Professional Rewards

We provide a compensation structure that rewards high performance while offering the security of a premier brand:

• Guaranteed Draw-Against-Commission Pay Structure: Enjoy the stability of a guaranteed advance against commissions, ensuring steady cash flow as you scale your business.
• Growth & Longevity: Join a stable, family-owned Florida institution with a 50 year legacy of success.

Schedule & Availability

The most successful consultants know that peak earning happens when the clients are shopping. To be considered, candidates must be available for:

• Weekend Excellence: Regular Saturday and Sunday shifts
• Holiday Events: Availability during promotional holidays and seasonal sales events
• Retail Hours: Consistent coverage during showroom operating hours

Key Responsibilities

• Sales Consultation: Engage with clients in-store and in-home to identify their lifestyle needs, aesthetic preferences, and budget requirements.
• Space Planning: Develop comprehensive floor plans and layouts that demonstrate how Scan Design pieces transform a client's specific environment.
• Curated Styling: Expertly select accessories, finishes, lighting, and rugs to create a cohesive, elevated interior.
• End-to-End Project Management: Oversee the client journey from the initial introduction through the procurement process to the final white-glove installation.
• Showroom Excellence: Assist in visual merchandising to ensure our showroom remains a premier destination for design inspiration.

Requirements

Professional Qualifications

• Consultative Sales Excellence: A proven track record in high-end, relationship based sales (luxury retail, interior design, or real estate) with an emphasis on building long-term client rapport.
• Performance-Driven Autonomy: A self-motivated professional who thrives on achieving sales targets and views peak selling hours (including weekends) as their primary opportunity for financial rewards.
• Spatial Vision: Demonstrated ability to visualize, conceptualize, and communicate sophisticated interior layouts and multi-functional space solutions.
• Industry Expertise: Prior experience in Interior Design, Home Staging, or Luxury Retail is highly preferred.
• Tech-Forward Design: Professional familiarity design tools (Floor Planner, AutoCAD, etc) to produce accurate and compelling visual proposals.
• Brand Ambassadorship: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the poise and professionalism required to represent a legacy brand like Scan Design.

Compliance & Employment Disclosures

Background Screening: Scan Design is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for our team and our clients. All candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to undergo a comprehensive background check and drug screening in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Scan Design provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.