Crate and Barrel is hiring: Designer in Alpharetta

Overview We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we deliver high-quality home furnishings with responsible sourcing and thoughtful design. Our story began with a store in Chicago in 1962 and continues today through digital innovations that engage millions of customers. We’re looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team as a Designer. Crate and Barrel Designers help customers see what is possible with on-trend merchandise by building meaningful relationships and guiding customers who are furnishing an entire room or adding an accent piece. Designers stay up-to-date on trends and work with a range of styles from classic to contemporary. They use digital tools during in-store and in-home consultations to show how furniture, fabrics, and decor can bring vision to life. A day in the life as a Designer... Drive sales and deliver a differentiated experience by providing enriching customer interactions and elevated design offerings in-store, in-home, and virtually. Create elevated designs for customers using design tools to produce mood boards, 2D & 3D floor plans, product lists and customer presentations. Lead design consultations in person (in-store or in-home) or via email, phone and virtual. Deliver projects in a timely manner within determined timelines. Understand the brand aesthetics and merchandising strategy by channel (Store, E-Commerce, Catalog). Stay informed about product information, characteristics, care information, and industry trends. Deliver individual sales, KPI and service goals, productivity standards, and engage customers on the sales floor by applying selling skills. Identify customer needs and communicate loyalty services (e.g., designer rewards, Design Trade Program, credit card). Provide excellent service with a positive attitude, ensuring gracious, quick, and efficient service. Support and educate on design services to drive understanding of offerings. Develop new and lasting relationships with customers through networking and clienteling. What you’ll bring to the table Understanding of basic design functions including spatial planning, fabric selection, lighting, and interior design styles. Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate the brand vision to the customer’s wants/needs. Strong affinity for technology (2D and 3D tools, Google Suite, video conferencing, iPad) and proficiency in floor planning. Ability to stay up to date on current design trends. Proven track record of building long-lasting relationships with customers. We’d love to hear from you if you have… 6+ months of competitive sales or interior design service experience preferred Ability to move and/or lift up to 50 pounds; heavier merchandise with team assist Full-Time roles: Open availability to work flexible hours on weekdays, evenings and weekends Part-Time roles: Availability to work two or more weekend days (Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday) and at least one weekday or night Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Industries Retail Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Crate and Barrel by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr