Sales and Design Consultant

Budget Blinds•Metairie, LA

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Budget Blinds of New Orleans is seeking a polished, motivated Sales and Design Consultant to conduct scheduled in-home consultations and help customers select custom window treatments that suit their style, needs, and budget. This consultative sales role combines relationship-building, design guidance, problem-solving, and attention to detail. The consultant learns what customers want to accomplish, recommends suitable solutions, presents options and pricing, and helps customers make informed purchasing decisions. The role serves customers throughout Orleans and Jefferson Parishes. Consultants typically receive two to three scheduled, company-generated in-home consultations per working day. The company provides product, measurement, design, and sales training, ongoing coaching and sales support, and an operations team that handles project administration and professional installation after orders are submitted. The position offers significant flexibility in setting availability around accepted appointments; full-time availability provides the greatest earning potential, though part-time schedules are also considered. This is a commission-only position with uncapped earning potential. The posting states compensation of $60,000 to $150,000 per year and notes demonstrated annual earning potential of more than $150,000 in the New Orleans market. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to eligible full-time employees.

Requirements

At least two years of sales experience is preferred.
A proven record of success in sales.
Polished communication skills and the ability to build trust with different types of customers.
Confidence discussing pricing and asking customers to move forward.
Strong organization, time-management, and follow-up habits.
Accountability, resilience, and coachability.
Comfort using email, CRM systems, digital quoting tools, and basic office software.
Basic mathematical ability and strong attention to detail.
A valid driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and appropriate automobile insurance.
Ability to safely climb stairs and use a six-foot ladder when measuring windows.

Nice To Haves

Experience in consultative sales, home improvement, furniture, flooring, kitchen and bath, interior design, or another high-consideration purchase category.
Genuine interest in design, homes, and helping customers create attractive and functional spaces.
Previous window-treatment experience; helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Conduct in-home consultations throughout Orleans and Jefferson Parishes.
Learn each customer’s style, budget, privacy, light-control, and functional needs.
Recommend custom blinds, shades, shutters, drapery, and other window-covering solutions.
Present products, options, and pricing clearly and confidently.
Help customers make informed purchasing decisions.
Measure windows accurately and document necessary project details.
Prepare quotes and submit complete, accurate orders.
Follow up professionally and consistently with customers who do not purchase during the initial consultation.
Maintain an organized pipeline and accurate customer records.
Provide a complete handoff to the operations team after the sale.