Interior Designer / Sales Consultant - Merrillville

Description: 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 Merrillville showroom team.
If you’re passionate about design and ready to be part of a company that values craftsmanship and client happiness, we want to hear from you!

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.