Interior Design Sales Specialist (full-time)

Position Summary

This position's primary responsibility is to service in-store guests with a selling strategy that follows the guidelines of our Guest Engagement Model, while emphasizing Interior Design. Will service any influx of scheduled design appointments made in-house, through our Commercial business channels, or via appointment setting technology by analyzing collected information pertaining to the project's requests/constraints.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Greet and engage guests and execute sales proficiency using Living Spaces Guest Engagement Model and supporting behaviors
• Determine guests' goals and requirements of their design project
• Provide relevant design advice, product knowledge, and product recommendations
• Present customized room designs, including sample fabrics, furniture, tables and accessory recommendations
• Maintain current knowledge of merchandise lines; product features, benefits and availability
• Master product knowledge and brand design inspiration
• Process customer transactions in the Point of Sale system
• Complete required training in the expected timeframe, and participate in ongoing learning opportunities
• Actively support and contribute to the store team with the goal of helping the entire team delight guests and achieve revenue targets
• Ensure the store is "Grand Opening" ready by completing the daily task list and style guides
• Ability to work weekends and most holidays
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Associate degree (A.A. or A.S.) or equivalent from a community college or four-year college in interior design
• 1-2 years experience in a customer service, retail, or furniture store environment
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Experience in Microsoft Office programs required; knowledge of design software programs is a plus
• Vocational certificate or degree in interior design
• Must successfully complete the internal certification program at Living Spaces

Pay

• Compensation: $21.00 - $27.30 per hour
• Overtime pay is available for eligible, non-exempt Team Members
• Retail, Guest Services and Distribution Center Team Members are eligible to receive team bonus based on meeting specific goals and KPIs

Benefits

• Medical (full-time only)
• Dental (full-time only)
• Vision (full-time only)
• 401(k) with Company match (full and part-time)
• Vacation (full-time only or as otherwise required by applicable law)
• Paid Sick Leave (full and part-time)
• Flex or Health Spending Account (for eligible full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program (full and part-time)
• Holiday pay (full-time only)
• Life insurance (full-time only)