Outdoor Designer

About the role

This role has a minimum base pay from $15.80 per hour with higher starting pay available based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Driving sales by connecting with homeowners, contractors, and landscapers to uncover outdoor-living needs and project opportunities.
• Leading customer consultations - interpreting site sketches, recommending materials, and creating tailored project solutions.
• Developing design plans through hand sketches or CAD tools including AutoCAD and SketchUp. This includes conceptual layouts, detailed construction documents, and specifications.
• Managing each project from first conversation through order fulfillment, ensuring customers feel confident every step of the way.
• Pricing and selling products to customers, providing expert advice on products and services.
• Partnering with store and merchandising teams to bring the Outdoor Concept experience to life through high-impact displays and demo areas.
• Building and maintaining a strong local network of pros, installers, and outdoor specialists to expand your referral pipeline.
• Staying up to date on landscaping trends and everything from slope and drainage to lighting, decking, and pool tile so you can sell with credibility and confidence.
• Applying a designer’s eye for aesthetics and layout while balancing technical requirements like measurements, installation needs, and site considerations.
• Sharing insights and customer feedback to help shape how this new concept grows and evolves.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in outdoor-living, landscaping, or building-materials sales with a proven record of driving results.
• A degree in hardscape design, landscape design, or a related field is a strong plus.
• Technical proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite, strongly preferred.
• A strong sales instinct - energized by growth, confident in closing, and skilled at building lasting relationships with customers and pros.
• Working knowledge of terrain, slope, drainage, and irrigation; familiarity with decking, outdoor kitchens, and lighting are a strong plus.
• The ability to manage complex projects end-to-end, balancing multiple priorities with precision, communication, and follow-through.
• A self-starter mindset and entrepreneurial drive to help shape, sell, and scale a brand-new concept from the ground up.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

• Quarterly bonus opportunities & career advancement opportunities at every level.
• Programs that help you reach your financial goals: 401k with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and Referral Bonus Program.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and other Insurance Plans (subject to eligibility criteria).
• Work-life Balance, Including Paid vacation and sick time for eligible associates.
• Paid holidays plus a personal holiday.
• Paid Volunteer Time Off that starts on Day 1.

Pay

Minimum base pay from $15.80 per hour with higher starting pay available based on experience.

Schedule

Store Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Pickup Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM