Interior Designer / Sales Consultant - Old Orchard & Multiple Area Locations

Job Type Full-time Description Launch your career at Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design!Bring your design passion to life as an Interior Designer / Sales Consultant Since 1945, Walter E. Smithe Has Been a Trusted, Family-owned Company Built On Stability, Integrity, And Exceptional Design. For Over 80 Years, We’ve Helped Clients Create Beautifully Designed Homes While Offering Our Employees a Long-term Career Path. We Are Seeking Interior Design-minded Sales Consultants To Join Our Chicago Area Showrooms And Grow In a Rewarding Career. With 10 Showrooms Across The Chicago Area And a Recent Expansion To Naples, Florida, We’re a Growing Company Committed To Creativity, Quality, And Client Satisfaction. What You’ll Do • Partner with clients to design inspiring spaces that reflect their lifestyle and vision • Build lasting client relationships through personalized service and outreach • Use in-home visits and advanced design tools to bring concepts to life • Have access to over 200 of the best brands in the industry, including Century, Four Hands, Bernhardt, Vanguard, Hancock & Moore, Baker, Rowe, Hickory Chair. • Manage multiple projects while meeting sales goals • Be supported by a dedicated team of client service, accounting, and delivery professionals. Training & Support • Comprehensive career-focused training that develops design & sales expertise, software proficiency, and project management skills • Ongoing coaching and mentorship to help you grow and succeed over time • Hourly paid training for up to the first 4 months, with option to transition to commission sooner • Structured learning combined with hands-on experience in a real showroom environment Compensation & Benefits • Performance-based commission structure after training with uncapped earning potential and strong support during your transition • Uncapped commission, paid on written order • Monthly & annual performance-based bonuses • Average Year 1 earnings: $51K | Year 2: $61K | Range: $45K–$130K • Avg commission: 7.55% (6.6%–8.7%) • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance • PTO, flexible schedules, employee discounts • Clear career path with opportunities for growth, advancement, and leadership