Interior Designer / Sales Consultant - Old Orchard & Multiple Area Locations
Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design, Skokie, Illinois, United States, 60077
Overview
Launch your career at Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design! Bring your design passion to life as an Interior Designer / Sales Consultant Since 1945, Walter E. Smithe has been a trusted, family-owned company built on stability, integrity, and exceptional design. For over 80 years, we’ve helped clients create beautifully designed homes while offering our employees a long-term career path. We are seeking interior design-minded sales consultants to join our Chicago area showrooms and grow in a rewarding career. With 10 showrooms across the Chicago area and a recent expansion to Naples, Florida, we’re a growing company committed to creativity, quality, and client satisfaction.
What You’ll Do
Partner with clients to design inspiring spaces that reflect their lifestyle and vision
Build lasting client relationships through personalized service and outreach
Use in-home visits and advanced design tools to bring concepts to life
Have access to over 200 of the best brands in the industry, including Century, Four Hands, Bernhardt, Vanguard, Hancock & Moore, Baker, Rowe, Hickory Chair
Manage multiple projects while meeting sales goals
Be supported by a dedicated team of client service, accounting, and delivery professionals
Training & Support
Comprehensive career-focused training that develops design & sales expertise, software proficiency, and project management skills
Ongoing coaching and mentorship to help you grow and succeed over time
Hourly paid training for up to the first 4 months, with option to transition to commission sooner
Structured learning combined with hands-on experience in a real showroom environment
Compensation & Benefits
Performance-based commission structure after training with uncapped earning potential and strong support during your transition
Uncapped commission, paid on written order
Monthly & annual performance-based bonuses
Average Year 1 earnings: $51K | Year 2: $61K | Range: $45K–$130K
Avg commission: 7.55% (6.6%–8.7%)
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
PTO, flexible schedules, employee discounts
Clear career path with opportunities for growth, advancement, and leadership
Requirements
Who Thrives in This Role:
People-driven professionals energized by client engagement and building relationships
5+ years of retail sales or interior design experience with consultative sales expertise
Confident, enthusiastic, and capable of leading the sales process
Motivated by results and excited by a performance-based career path
Strong communicator with the ability to inspire clients and colleagues
Organized, professional, and committed to growing a long-term design career
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and weekend availability
Passionate about what they do and bring positivity to every interaction
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Launch your career at Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design! Bring your design passion to life as an Interior Designer / Sales Consultant Since 1945, Walter E. Smithe has been a trusted, family-owned company built on stability, integrity, and exceptional design. For over 80 years, we’ve helped clients create beautifully designed homes while offering our employees a long-term career path. We are seeking interior design-minded sales consultants to join our Chicago area showrooms and grow in a rewarding career. With 10 showrooms across the Chicago area and a recent expansion to Naples, Florida, we’re a growing company committed to creativity, quality, and client satisfaction.
What You’ll Do
Partner with clients to design inspiring spaces that reflect their lifestyle and vision
Build lasting client relationships through personalized service and outreach
Use in-home visits and advanced design tools to bring concepts to life
Have access to over 200 of the best brands in the industry, including Century, Four Hands, Bernhardt, Vanguard, Hancock & Moore, Baker, Rowe, Hickory Chair
Manage multiple projects while meeting sales goals
Be supported by a dedicated team of client service, accounting, and delivery professionals
Training & Support
Comprehensive career-focused training that develops design & sales expertise, software proficiency, and project management skills
Ongoing coaching and mentorship to help you grow and succeed over time
Hourly paid training for up to the first 4 months, with option to transition to commission sooner
Structured learning combined with hands-on experience in a real showroom environment
Compensation & Benefits
Performance-based commission structure after training with uncapped earning potential and strong support during your transition
Uncapped commission, paid on written order
Monthly & annual performance-based bonuses
Average Year 1 earnings: $51K | Year 2: $61K | Range: $45K–$130K
Avg commission: 7.55% (6.6%–8.7%)
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
PTO, flexible schedules, employee discounts
Clear career path with opportunities for growth, advancement, and leadership
Requirements
Who Thrives in This Role:
People-driven professionals energized by client engagement and building relationships
5+ years of retail sales or interior design experience with consultative sales expertise
Confident, enthusiastic, and capable of leading the sales process
Motivated by results and excited by a performance-based career path
Strong communicator with the ability to inspire clients and colleagues
Organized, professional, and committed to growing a long-term design career
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and weekend availability
Passionate about what they do and bring positivity to every interaction
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