Interior Designer

La-Z-Boy•Opelika, AL

21d•$70,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

La-Z-Boy is hiring an Interior Designer in Opelika, Alabama, to lead and support its In-Home Design program and provide personalized design solutions. The role translates clients’ needs, lifestyle, taste, preferences, and budget into actionable design concepts, including space planning, product recommendations, finish selections, furnishings, and décor. The designer conducts in-home consultations, creates customized presentations, and partners with sales associates and managers to strengthen design expertise and performance. The position contributes to sales results, team development, operational effectiveness, and the customer experience while upholding La-Z-Boy’s brand and professionalism standards. The position reports to the Store Manager, with indirect influence over the sales team, and 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, plus uncapped commissions and a monthly bonus opportunity of up to $2,000. The posting states average annual earning potential after training of $70,000–$100,000+, including base pay, commission, and bonus. The role is scheduled for 40 hours per week and may require evenings, weekends, and holidays according to business needs.

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 lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds, operate a motor vehicle, and stand for long periods.
Nearly continuous repetitive hand motions, hearing, and listening; often required to sit, walk, bend, and stoop.
Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Design certification.
Advanced interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills.
Business acumen, entrepreneurial spirit, and experience building effective relationships.
Experience in design, home furnishings, or client-focused retail is a plus.
Passion for home furnishings and design trends; attention to detail and a strong eye for color, texture, and layout; confidence working directly with clients.

Responsibilities

Promote the La-Z-Boy In-Home Design program, develop potential design solutions, and present customized portfolios 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 for their spaces.
Partner with sales associates and clients to understand their style, lifestyle, and home vision.
Design spaces using furniture, fabrics, and décor; provide consultations, layout planning, product recommendations, and cohesive design concepts.
Create design concepts and digital presentations with finish selections, furnishings, and décor.
Translate clients’ lifestyles, tastes, and budgets into actionable design recommendations.
Coach, train, and support sales teams with design culture, product knowledge, sales techniques, strategies, and in-home design performance in partnership with Store and Sales Managers.
Collaborate with the team to support operational excellence.
Ensure proper execution of existing and new systems and administrative procedures.
Support store management with weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings, as well as special projects and promotions.
Adhere to legal and efficient accounting practices.
Uphold brand visual standards by maintaining cleanliness in employee and customer areas.

Benefits

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, up to 6%.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
Paid bonding leave.
Paid training.
Health Savings Account with tax-advantaged contributions, growth, and withdrawals.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per calendar year.
Employee Assistance Program, including counseling sessions and financial and legal resources.
Employee discounts.
9–11 paid holidays each year.
Two weeks’ prorated vacation as a new hire; personal time for non-exempt employees or state-mandated sick time.