Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design
Interior Designer/Sales Consultant – Oak Brook & Multiple Area Locations
Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design, Oak Brook, Illinois, United States, 60523
Interior Designer/Sales Consultant – Oak Brook & Multiple Area Locations
Company:
Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design
Location:
Oak Brook & Multiple Area Locations (Chicago area showrooms)
Job Type:
Full-time
The Smithe family has been furnishing beautiful lives since 1945. We are proud to be known for our expert design, our quality product, and our unequivocal commitment to 100% client satisfaction. Our showrooms offer a positive and supportive work environment where our team can be successful and love what they do. With growth on our minds, we're looking to add an experienced Designer to our Oak Brook showroom team, and exciting openings across our Chicago area showrooms—your ideal location may be closer than you think!
In This Role, You Will
Work in a beautiful, well‑appointed showroom and interact directly with clients to design spaces that inspire and delight.
Drive your business by making connections with clients in the showroom and through personal outreach.
Partner with clients by listening to their needs, visiting their homes, and ultimately bringing their design dreams to life using our cutting‑edge technologies and design tools.
Have access to over 200 of the best brands in the industry, including Century, Four Hands, Bernhardt, Vanguard, Hancock & Moore, Baker, Rowe, Hickory Chair.
Efficiently manage multiple clients and projects to meet or exceed monthly sales goals.
Be supported by a dedicated team of client service, accounting, and delivery professionals.
Compensation & Benefits
Paid Training
Uncapped Commissions (paid on order)
Monthly & Annual Performance‑Based Bonuses
Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and more
Paid Time Off
Flexible Schedules
Growth Culture with Opportunities for Leadership Advancement
Employee Discounts
Compensation Notes
Hourly paid training for the first 4 months, with option to switch to commission sooner
Then 100% commission, uncapped, prepaid at time of order
Annual Pay Range: $45,000‑$130,000 (Year 1 Average $51,000 / Year 2 Average $61,000)
Average Commission: 7.55% (Range: 6.6%‑8.7%)
Annual Performance Bonuses
Requirements
2+ years of experience in retail sales or interior design, or a career changer with a passion for interior design and at least 2 years of experience in sales or a related field
A track record of business success that demonstrates the ability to lead a sales process and achieve sales goals
A natural ability to engage, connect, and develop relationships
Someone who is highly motivated by commission sales
A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle
Salary $45,000–$130,000
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing
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Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design
Location:
Oak Brook & Multiple Area Locations (Chicago area showrooms)
Job Type:
Full-time
The Smithe family has been furnishing beautiful lives since 1945. We are proud to be known for our expert design, our quality product, and our unequivocal commitment to 100% client satisfaction. Our showrooms offer a positive and supportive work environment where our team can be successful and love what they do. With growth on our minds, we're looking to add an experienced Designer to our Oak Brook showroom team, and exciting openings across our Chicago area showrooms—your ideal location may be closer than you think!
In This Role, You Will
Work in a beautiful, well‑appointed showroom and interact directly with clients to design spaces that inspire and delight.
Drive your business by making connections with clients in the showroom and through personal outreach.
Partner with clients by listening to their needs, visiting their homes, and ultimately bringing their design dreams to life using our cutting‑edge technologies and design tools.
Have access to over 200 of the best brands in the industry, including Century, Four Hands, Bernhardt, Vanguard, Hancock & Moore, Baker, Rowe, Hickory Chair.
Efficiently manage multiple clients and projects to meet or exceed monthly sales goals.
Be supported by a dedicated team of client service, accounting, and delivery professionals.
Compensation & Benefits
Paid Training
Uncapped Commissions (paid on order)
Monthly & Annual Performance‑Based Bonuses
Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and more
Paid Time Off
Flexible Schedules
Growth Culture with Opportunities for Leadership Advancement
Employee Discounts
Compensation Notes
Hourly paid training for the first 4 months, with option to switch to commission sooner
Then 100% commission, uncapped, prepaid at time of order
Annual Pay Range: $45,000‑$130,000 (Year 1 Average $51,000 / Year 2 Average $61,000)
Average Commission: 7.55% (Range: 6.6%‑8.7%)
Annual Performance Bonuses
Requirements
2+ years of experience in retail sales or interior design, or a career changer with a passion for interior design and at least 2 years of experience in sales or a related field
A track record of business success that demonstrates the ability to lead a sales process and achieve sales goals
A natural ability to engage, connect, and develop relationships
Someone who is highly motivated by commission sales
A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle
Salary $45,000–$130,000
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing
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