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Interior Designer / Sales Consultant - Hiring Event - Arlington Heights Showroom

Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design
Full-time
On-site
Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States
$45,000 - $130,000 USD yearly
Interior Design
Full-time
Description

 

You're Invited: Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design Hiring Event! We’re growing and excited to add Interior Design / Sales Consultants to our team!
We’re hiring for THREE showrooms (Arlington Heights, Vernon Hills, and Old Orchard) — but hosting this event at our Arlington Heights showroom. 

EVENT DETAILS: 

When: Wednesday, September 17th | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM CT

Where: Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design - Arlington Heights showroom - 1775 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60004


 How to Participate:

  • Register to interview in-person by applying online 
  • or go to smithe.com/careers 
  • Walk-ins are welcome!  
 Walter E. Smithe is a fourth-generation, family-owned company founded in Chicago in 1945. We’re known for our expert design service, high-quality furniture, and a 100% commitment to client satisfaction. 

 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 compensation 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 interior design or consultative sales experience.
  • 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 Description
$45,000-$130,000
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