Interior Designer/Retail Sales (Rochester, NY) – Unlimited Earning Potential

About the role

Join Stickley as an Interior Designer & Furniture Sales Consultant, where you'll combine creativity, design expertise, and consultative sales to deliver exceptional client experiences.

Why Join Stickley?

• Believe great design starts with great people
• Collaborative culture values creativity, integrity, teamwork, and customer care
• Work alongside experienced design professionals
• Receive ongoing development opportunities
• Enjoy clear pathways for career advancement

What You'll Do

• Partner with clients to create personalized, functional, and beautiful living spaces
• Provide expert guidance on furniture, fabrics, finishes, layouts, and home décor selections
• Develop customized design solutions that align with each client's style, needs, and budget
• Build long-term client relationships through exceptional service and follow-up
• Achieve and exceed individual sales and showroom performance goals
• Stay informed on interior design trends, furniture collections, and industry best practices
• Collaborate with showroom leadership and fellow design consultants
• Maintain an inspiring, welcoming, and organized showroom environment

Qualifications

• Proven success in sales, customer service, retail, hospitality, or another client-focused environment
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills
• Passion for interior design, furniture, home décor, fashion, or lifestyle products
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
• Comfortable using computers, POS systems, and digital tools
• Ability to work a retail schedule, including evenings and weekends
• Preferred Experience in interior design, furniture sales, home furnishings, luxury retail, or design consulting
• Background in consultative sales or commission-based sales environments
• Interior design education, certification, or related coursework
• Knowledge of residential space planning and furniture layout design

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package designed to reward performance and support your well-being
• Guaranteed weekly draw plus uncapped commission opportunities
• Monthly and annual performance bonuses
• Strong earning potential for high performers
• Benefits:
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and prescription coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee furniture discount
• Access to on-site health services, including a dedicated nurse and nurse practitioner
• Ongoing training, coaching, and professional development
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

About Stickley L. & J.G. Stickley

Trusted manufacturer and retailer of premium home furnishings with more than a century of craftsmanship and heritage. Family-owned company that takes pride in creating high-quality furniture and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Culture built on teamwork, respect, integrity, and excellence. Invests in people and provides opportunities to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on customers' homes and lives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stickley is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.