Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc. is hiring: DESIGN CONSULTANT in Raleigh

Join to apply for the DESIGN CONSULTANT role at Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc. Do you love interior design? Do you have an eye for color and fashion? Would you like to help customers see their dream rooms become a reality? If you are a positive and motivated professional with a passion for design, exceptional selling skills, and a love for building customer relationships, then Bassett Furniture has the opportunity for you! Job Description Our Bassett Design Consultants are responsible for building meaningful and long‑term customer relationships. They possess comprehensive knowledge of furniture construction and design trends, and use relationship selling techniques through interior design consultations and makeovers to maximize selling opportunities. Our design consultants take joy in the design process! Job Qualifications Passion for design Highly driven to meet or exceed sales goals Discern and coordinate colors and textures Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Friendly outgoing personality Positive outlook Self‑motivated towards clientele Computer proficiency Desire to learn Proven track record of success in sales Polished image Career‑minded professionalism Ability to listen and translate customer wants into design choices Job Requirements Willingness to work weekends and holidays Desire to work in a commissioned sales environment Dedicated to being a supportive team member Capable of thriving in a varied paced retail environment Ability to drive to customers’ residences and businesses for makeovers Adept at conducting virtual appointments and live chats Creating, presenting, and selling product and design solutions Engaging customers to determine their needs according to taste, lifestyle, and investment range Training The Bassett Brand is brought to life by people who shape the customers’ experience. Our training program covers product knowledge, sales techniques, design skills, and building a loyal client base. You’ll learn through online classes, videos, hands‑on activities, and one‑on‑one coaching, with ongoing opportunities to develop your career at Bassett. We also offer interior design certification training and complimentary design service training to enhance customer relationships and boost sales. Opportunity With our generous commission‑based compensation plan, your income is limited only by the effort you apply. In addition to commission, there are other bonus opportunities. The expected income for experienced Bassett Design Consultants averages $70,000–$105,000 annually, with top writers earning up to $135,000. Benefits Paid training Health/Dental/Vision coverage Disability Life Insurance 401(k) plan Tuition assistance Paid time off Generous Employee Discounts Showroom workplace Opportunity for growth and advancement What sets Bassett apart? Bassett’s blend of style, comfort, and value has been trusted for more than a century (since 1902). We are proud of our heritage and focus on innovating furniture retailing. Join us to build a meaningful career with a growing company. Bassett Furniture Industries is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Bassett does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, veteran status or other protected category. Bassett is dedicated to ensuring that qualified applicants are employed and that employees are treated consistently during employment, without regard to any protected category. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full‑time Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Industries Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr