Home Interior Designer

La-Z-Boy•Silverdale, WA

7d•$70,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Home Interior Designer is responsible for La-Z-Boy’s In-Home Design program and for developing personalized design solutions that reflect the company’s people, processes, products, and brand. The role translates client needs into actionable design concepts, conducts in-home consultations, and supports sales teams with design expertise. It helps strengthen the store’s design culture and is expected to meet high standards of professionalism and integrity. The designer partners with clients and Sales Associates to understand clients’ style, lifestyle, vision, and budget; develops space plans and product recommendations; and creates cohesive concepts using furniture, fabrics, finishes, and décor. The position also coaches and supports sales teams, contributes to store operations and promotions, and maintains brand visual standards. It reports to the Store Manager of the assigned location and has indirect influence over the sales team, with no direct supervisory responsibilities. Training pay is $20 per hour for 2–6 weeks, without commission. After training, the stated base pay is $26,000 per year, with uncapped commission on written sales (3.5% on La-Z-Boy Design Sales and 2% on other sales) and a monthly bonus opportunity of up to $2,000. The posting gives an average annual earning potential of $70,000–$100,000+ after training, inclusive of base, bonus, and commission. The schedule is 40 hours per week and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs dictate. The role is based in a modern showroom and includes in-home consultations and driving as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
2–3 years of experience in sales or interior design, with a residential emphasis.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and computer-aided design programs.
Financial understanding, interpersonal communication, analytical ability, goal orientation, team management, and customer service skills.
Ability to work the schedule and hours required by business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds and operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to stand for long periods; use repetitive hand motions and hear and listen nearly continuously; and often sit, walk, bend, and stoop.
Ability to pass a background and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Design certification.
Advanced interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills.
Business acumen and entrepreneurial spirit.
Experience building effective relationships.
Experience in design, home furnishings, or client-focused retail is a plus.

Responsibilities

Promote the La-Z-Boy In-Home Design program and develop potential design solutions and customized portfolio presentations tailored to clients’ requirements and preferences, with the goal of meeting or exceeding store and individual design sales goals.
Achieve annual operating benchmarks and personal objectives.
Schedule and conduct in-home consultations to understand clients’ needs, preferences, and vision for their spaces.
Partner with Store and Sales Managers to coach, train, and support sales teams in design culture, product knowledge, sales techniques, strategies, and in-home design performance.
Collaborate with the team to support operational excellence.
Create design concepts and digital presentations with finish selections, furnishings, and décor.
Translate clients’ lifestyles, tastes, and budgets into actionable design recommendations.
Ensure proper execution of existing and new systems and administrative procedures.
Support store management with weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings, special projects, and promotions.
Follow legal and efficient accounting practices.
Uphold store visual standards and cleanliness in employee and customer areas.

Benefits

Medical/health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
Optum in-network prescription coverage.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Paid vacation and paid time off.
401(k) retirement plan with company match, stated as up to 6%.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance and AD&D.
Paid bonding leave.
Paid training.
Health Savings Account.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per calendar year.
Employee Assistance Program, including counseling sessions and financial and legal resources.
9–11 paid holidays each year.
Two weeks of prorated vacation as a new hire.
Personal time for non-exempt employees or state-mandated sick time.
Exclusive employee discounts.