Interior Designer

La-Z-Boy•Shiloh, IL

6d•$60,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Interior Designer is responsible for La-Z-Boy’s In-Home Design program and personalized client solutions, reflecting the company’s people, processes, products, and brand. The role translates clients’ needs, lifestyle, taste, and budget into design concepts and recommendations, conducts in-home consultations, and supports sales teams with design expertise. It contributes to the store’s financial performance, team development, operational efficiency, customer experience, and reputation. The designer partners with Sales Associates and clients to plan layouts, recommend furniture, fabrics, finishes, and décor, and create customized presentations. The role also promotes the In-Home Design program, supports sales-team coaching and training, helps maintain operational and visual standards, and assists store management with meetings, projects, and promotions. The position reports to the Store Manager of the assigned location and has indirect influence over the sales team. It has no supervisory responsibilities. Training pay is $20 per hour for 2–6 weeks, with no commission. After training, base pay is $26,000 per year, with uncapped commission—3.5% on La-Z-Boy Design Sales and 2% on other sales—and a monthly bonus opportunity of up to $2,000 based on individual sales goals. The posting states average annual earning potential after training of $60,000–$90,000+ including base, commission, and bonus. The role is listed at 40 hours per week and is located in Shiloh, Illinois.

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 abilities, goal orientation, team management, and customer service skills.
Ability to work the schedule and hours dictated by business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to pass a background check 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.

Responsibilities

Promote the La-Z-Boy In-Home Design program and develop potential design solutions.
Create and deliver customized portfolio presentations tailored to clients’ requirements and preferences to meet or exceed 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.
Partner with Sales Associates and clients to create spaces using furniture, fabrics, finishes, and décor.
Provide design consultations, including layout planning and product recommendations.
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 systems and administrative procedures.
Support store management with weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings, special projects, and promotions.
Follow legal and efficient accounting practices.
Maintain brand visual standards and cleanliness in employee and customer areas.

Benefits

Health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
Prescription coverage through Optum for in-network prescriptions.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Paid vacation and paid time off.
Paid holidays.
401(k) with company match of up to 6%.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
Paid bonding leave.
Paid training.
Health Savings Account.
Tuition reimbursement, up to $5,250 per calendar year.
Employee Assistance Program, including counseling sessions and financial and legal resources.
Employee discounts.