About this position
You're Invited: Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design Hiring Event!We're growing and excited to add Interior Design Sales Consultants to our Naperville showroom!
We are hiring at multiple area showrooms!
EVENT DETAILS:
When: Tuesday, March 3rd | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM CT
Where: Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design - 476 S. Route 59, Naperville, IL 60540
HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
- Register to interview in-person by applying online
- or go at smithe.com/careers
- Walk-ins are welcome!
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
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
- 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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