RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR DESIGNER - SARASOTA

City Furniture • Sarasota, FL

100d • $50,000 - $100,000

About The Position

As a Residential Designer, the primary function of this position is to create innovative design within the client's budget, while maximizing revenue on City Furniture/Ashley Homestore products. The Residential Designer is also responsible for building and maintaining relationships with vendors and internal cross-functional teams. Your contributions will ensure the success of the Sales - CITY Services Department at CITY Furniture.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
• One to five years of experience in or from a related field is required.
• Interior Design license preferred.
• Custom Closet Design Background is a plus.
• Must be Bilingual.

Responsibilities

• Help guests design a home they'll love.
• Assist guests in finding the best financing options.
• Create invoices and schedule deliveries.
• Management of the CITY CRM System.
• Engage with customers.
• Go to networking events.
• Collaborate with Sales Associates to promote the Design services.
• Prospect, network, engage and gain new business by being available in the showroom and in event locations and/or by phone when Sales Associates have a lead.
• Present design solutions to clients and help the company close business.
• Increase invoice amounts and sell profit categories.
• Update boards in showrooms and communicate progress of projects with cross-functional teams.
• Obtain predetermined sales goal expectations on a monthly basis.
• Create innovative designs within the client's budget.
• Meet with clients and determine requirements for the project.
• Measure and draw floor plans to scale.
• Choose colors and develop a paint/color palette for the project.
• Provide additional design services including lighting, window treatments, wall coverings, cabinetry, and flooring if needed.
• Place furniture in the appropriate layout to best utilize space and satisfy the functional and aesthetic needs of the client.
• Select accessories and wall art to complete in-home design.
• Accept delivery/installation of items if necessary.
• Provide exceptional customer service to all clients.
• Handle objections and criticism well from clients.
• Stay up-to-date with new product information and industry news.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting.

Benefits

• Competitive, Transparent Compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Insurance (Accident, Hospital, Critical Care, etc.)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• On-Site Health & Wellness Clinic (Tamarac)
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Flexible Environment
• 95% Promote from Within
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Associate Purchase Discount Program
• Paid Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Furniture, Home Furnishings, Electronics, and Appliance Retailers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree