Interior Designer

Job Summary An innovative leader responsible for the La-Z-Boy In-Home Design program and personalized client solutions while reflecting the company’s ethos around people, processes, products and brand. The role requires translating client needs into actionable design concepts, conducting insightful in-home consultations, and fortifying sales teams with design expertise. This position is instrumental in elevating the design culture and is held to the utmost standards of professionalism and integrity. Key Responsibilities Promote the La-Z-Boy In-Home Design program, draft potential design solutions, and present customized portfolio presentations tailored to clients’ requirements and preferences to achieve or surpass store and individual design sales goals. Achieve annual operating benchmarks and personal objectives. Schedule and conduct in-home consultations to understand clients' unique needs, preferences, and vision for their space. Partner with Store and Sales Managers to provide coaching, training, and support to sales teams, improving design culture, product knowledge, sales techniques, and overall in-home design performance. Collaborate with the team to ensure execution of operational excellence. Create design concepts and digital presentations with finish selections, furnishings, and decor, translating the client’s lifestyle, taste, and budget into actionable design recommendations. Ensure proper execution of existing and new systems and administrative procedures. Support store management with weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings and with the execution of special projects and promotions. Adhere to legal and efficient accounting practices. Uphold brand visual standards in the store by ensuring cleanliness in employee and customer areas. Minimum Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Experience: 2-3 years in sales or interior design, with a residential emphasis. Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, computer-aided design programs, financial understanding, adept interpersonal communication, analytical abilities, goal orientation, team management, and customer service. Other: Ability to work the schedule and hours dictated by business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays; valid driver’s license. Preferred Requirements Design certification. Advanced interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills. Business acumen and entrepreneurial spirit. Experience in building effective relationships. Physical Demands / Work Environment Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds; operate motor vehicle; stand for long periods; repetitive hand motions; hearing and listening; sit, walk, bend, and stoop; maintain inside environmental conditions; pass background and drug screen. Compensation & Benefits Training Pay: $20 per hour for 2-6 weeks (no commission). Average Post-Training Pay: $26,000 per year base, with uncapped commission on written sales (3.5% on La-Z-Boy Design Sales, 2% on other sales) and a monthly bonus opportunity of up to $2,000 based on individual sales goals. Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Basic Life Insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 6%; Paid time off including 9-11 paid holidays, prorated vacation for new hires, and personal or state-mandated sick time. EEO Statement La-Z-Boy Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer. We understand that our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service and quality products. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability, please contact our recruiting team. #J-18808-Ljbffr 4 LZB Retail, Inc.