Interior Designer / Sales Consultant - Old Orchard & Multiple Area Locations

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