Sales Consultant/ Interior Design Specialist

Chariho Furniture•Richmond, RI
•$50,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Chariho Furniture is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated Sales Consultant / Designer to join their team. This is an employee-owned, independent furniture retailer specializing in American-made, solid wood furniture, custom upholstery, mattresses, and outdoor furnishings. Since 1987, they have prided themselves on offering quality products, knowledgeable service, and a personalized shopping experience. This role is not a traditional retail sales job; the team works closely together, takes pride in the showroom, and wears multiple hats. The ideal candidate is confident, personable, creative, self-motivated, and genuinely enjoys helping people create beautiful spaces.

Requirements

  • Naturally outgoing, friendly, and comfortable talking with people
  • Genuine interest in interior design, furniture, and home décor
  • Motivated by sales and enjoys working toward goals
  • Can confidently ask for the sale while maintaining a consultative, customer-first approach
  • Strong communication and follow-up skills
  • Creative and has a good eye for proportion, color, scale, and style
  • Organized and able to manage multiple customers and projects
  • Takes initiative and doesn't need to be told what needs to be done
  • Comfortable working in a small-business environment where everyone pitches in
  • Dependable, professional, and willing to learn

Nice To Haves

  • Previous furniture, interior design, retail sales, or related experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

  • Work one-on-one with customers to understand their needs, style, budget, and vision
  • Sell high-quality American-made furniture and home furnishings
  • Guide customers through furniture selections, fabrics, finishes, colors, and room layouts
  • Develop relationships with customers and follow up throughout the sales process
  • Create furniture presentations and assist customers with completing rooms
  • Provide an exceptional, personalized customer experience from the first interaction through delivery
  • Generate sales through showroom traffic, follow-up, outreach, and relationship building
  • Maintain knowledge of our products, manufacturers, materials, construction, and design options
  • Assist with merchandising, showroom organization, displays, and keeping the store looking its best
  • Work collaboratively with the entire team to help the business succeed

Benefits

  • Employee-owned
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