Senior Store Designer

Ashley Furniture Industries; Town of Arcadia (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, EAP

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Discount on home furnishings

Professional Development opportunities

Tuition Assistance

Ashley Wellness Centers

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Life Insurance

Job summary

Ashley Furniture Industries is seeking a Senior Store Designer in Wisconsin to manage complex, large-scale retail projects from concept to completion. You will oversee architectural plans, design documentation, and a ~$50M annual project portfolio while ensuring brand and quality standards are met.

The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and travel to site locations for verification and execution, with hybrid work arrangements in a dynamic design environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field.
• 6+ years of relevant design experience (retail preferred).
• 2+ years of project management and leadership experience.
• Experience managing large-scale construction projects.
• Strong ability to mentor and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute 2D/3D retail design and construction documents
• Oversee multiple concurrent projects and timelines
• Ensure quality standards, brand alignment, and compliance
• Lead mentoring, training, and development of team members
• Manage vendor relationships, costs, and procurement processes
• Travel to retail locations for field verification and execution
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Photoshop

SketchUp

Enscape

2D design

3D rendering

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Architecture

Job description

Build Your Career with Ashley Furniture - Where Innovation Meets Comfort

Who We Are

At Ashley, inspiring the love of home is at the heart of everything we do. As the world's largest manufacturer of home furnishings, we're more than a business — we're a family driven by innovation, competitiveness, and a commitment to excellence. We push beyond the status quo and deliver exceptional customer experiences while developing future leaders.

Summary

The Senior Store Designer is responsible for managing complex large‑scale retail projects, architectural plans, and design documents. This role oversees design from concept through completion, manages a ~\$50M annual project portfolio, and ensures compliance with brand and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute 2D/3D retail design and construction documents
• Oversee multiple concurrent projects and timelines
• Ensure quality standards, brand alignment, and compliance
• Lead mentoring, training, and development of team members
• Manage vendor relationships, costs, and procurement processes
• Travel to retail locations for field verification and execution
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field
• 6+ years of relevant design experience (retail preferred)
• 2+ years of project management and leadership experience
• Experience managing large-scale construction projects
• Strong ability to mentor and develop team members

This position is not eligible for current or future employment sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

Technical Skills

• Advanced AutoCAD and Revit proficiency
• Experience with Photoshop, SketchUp, and Enscape
• Strong 2D/3D design and rendering capabilities
• Understanding of architectural documentation and construction processes

Professional Competencies

• Strong leadership and strategic thinking
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast‑paced environments

Schedule Expectations

Frequent domestic and international travel (30–50%). Flexibility required for evenings, weekends, and project deadlines.

Work Environment

Hybrid environment including office‑based work and travel to construction sites and retail locations.

Benefits We Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off; increases with years of service
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific)
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide a drug‑free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates, only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.