Interior Designer

La-Z-Boy • Grove City, OH

10d • Onsite

About The Position

La-Z-Boy is hiring an Interior Designer to lead its In-Home Design program and provide personalized design solutions that reflect the company’s people, processes, products, and brand. The role translates clients’ needs, lifestyle, taste, and budget into practical design concepts through in-home consultations, product recommendations, and customized presentations. The Interior Designer also supports sales teams with design expertise and helps strengthen the store’s design culture, customer experience, and performance.

The position is based in Grove City, Ohio, and combines design consultations, sales, team support, and store operations. Training pay is $20 per hour for 2–6 weeks, with no commission during training. After training, compensation includes a $26,000 annual base, uncapped commissions, and monthly bonus opportunities. Advertised average annual earning potential after training is $60,000–$90,000+ including base, commissions, and bonuses. The role is scheduled for 40 hours per week and may require evenings, weekends, and holidays.

The role reports to the Store Manager at the assigned location and has indirect influence on the sales team. No direct supervisory responsibilities are listed. Candidates need a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, 2–3 years of sales or residential interior design experience, and a valid driver’s license. A design certification is preferred.

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 and analytical abilities.
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
• Goal orientation and team-management 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; nearly continuous repetitive hand motions, hearing, and listening; and the ability to sit, walk, bend, and stoop as required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Promote the La-Z-Boy In-Home Design program and develop potential design solutions and customized portfolio presentations aligned with client needs and preferences.
• Meet or exceed store and individual design sales goals, 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 featuring 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, as well as special projects and promotions.
• Follow legal and efficient accounting practices.
• Maintain La-Z-Boy visual standards and cleanliness in employee and customer areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, including health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
• Optum prescription coverage.
• In-network dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid vacation and paid time off.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match of up to 6%.
• Paid holidays: 9–11 per year.
• Disability insurance.
• Basic life insurance and AD&D.
• Paid bonding leave.
• Health Savings Account.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per calendar year.
• Employee Assistance Program, including free counseling sessions and financial and legal resources.
• Employee discounts.
• Paid training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level