You're Invited: Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design Hiring Event!
We're growing and excited to add Interior Design Sales Consultants to our Oak Brook showroom!
Event Details
When: Thursday, June 19th | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CT
Where: Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design - Oak Brook Showroom - 1501 16th St, Oak Brook, IL 60523
How To Participate
Register to interview in-person by applying online
or go at smithe.com/careers
Walk-ins are welcome!
Walter E. Smithe is a fourth-generation, family-owned company founded in Chicago in 1945. We’re known for our expert design service, high-quality furniture, and a 100% commitment to client satisfaction.
In This Role, You Will
Work in a beautiful, well-appointed showroom and interact directly with clients to design spaces that inspire and delight.
Drive your business by making connections with clients in the showroom and through personal outreach.
Partner with clients by listening to their needs, visiting their homes, and ultimately bringing their design dreams to life using our cutting-edge technologies and design tools.
Have access to over 200 of the best brands in the industry, including Century, Four Hands, Bernhardt, Vanguard, Hancock & Moore, Baker, Rowe, Hickory Chair.
Efficiently manage multiple clients and projects to meet or exceed monthly sales goals.
Be supported by a dedicated team of client service, accounting, and delivery professionals.
Compensation & Benefits
Paid Training
Uncapped Commissions (paid on order)
Monthly & Annual Performance-Based Bonuses
Comprehensive Benefit Package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and more
Paid Time Off
Flexible Schedules
Growth Culture with Opportunities for Leadership Advancement
Employee Discounts
Compensation Notes
$20 per hour for the first 4 months, with option to switch to commission sooner
Then 100% commission, uncapped, prepaid at time of order
Annual Pay Range: $45,000-$130,000 (Year 1 Average $51,000 / Year 2 Average $61,000)
Average Commission: 7.55% (Range: 6.6%-8.7%)
Annual Performance Bonuses
Requirements
2+ years of interior design or consultative sales experience.
A track record of business success that demonstrates the ability to lead a sales process and achieve sales goals.
A natural ability to engage, connect, and develop relationships.
Someone who is highly motivated by commission sales.
A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.
Salary Description
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Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design is a family-owned furniture retailer, founded right here in Chicago, back in 1945. Over the past 76 years, the company has grown to include 10 Chicago area showrooms. Today, you'll find 3 generations of the Smithe family still actively involved in the business. We design for you.If you need a little help or a lot, our designers are here to help. Complimentary.You can find it here.Your style, your budget, over 200 brands, on trend.It's built right for you.We work with quality brands you can trust, so you can just relax and enjoy.We'll stand behind it.If it's made right, it should last. Service doesn't stop at delivery.
You're Invited: Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design Hiring Event!
We're growing and excited to add Interior Design Sales Consultants to our Oak Brook showroom!
Event Details
When: Thursday, June 19th | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CT
Where: Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design - Oak Brook Showroom - 1501 16th St, Oak Brook, IL 60523
How To Participate
Register to interview in-person by applying online
or go at smithe.com/careers
Walk-ins are welcome!
Walter E. Smithe is a fourth-generation, family-owned company founded in Chicago in 1945. We’re known for our expert design service, high-quality furniture, and a 100% commitment to client satisfaction.
In This Role, You Will
Work in a beautiful, well-appointed showroom and interact directly with clients to design spaces that inspire and delight.
Drive your business by making connections with clients in the showroom and through personal outreach.
Partner with clients by listening to their needs, visiting their homes, and ultimately bringing their design dreams to life using our cutting-edge technologies and design tools.
Have access to over 200 of the best brands in the industry, including Century, Four Hands, Bernhardt, Vanguard, Hancock & Moore, Baker, Rowe, Hickory Chair.
Efficiently manage multiple clients and projects to meet or exceed monthly sales goals.
Be supported by a dedicated team of client service, accounting, and delivery professionals.
Compensation & Benefits
Paid Training
Uncapped Commissions (paid on order)
Monthly & Annual Performance-Based Bonuses
Comprehensive Benefit Package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and more
Paid Time Off
Flexible Schedules
Growth Culture with Opportunities for Leadership Advancement
Employee Discounts
Compensation Notes
$20 per hour for the first 4 months, with option to switch to commission sooner
Then 100% commission, uncapped, prepaid at time of order
Annual Pay Range: $45,000-$130,000 (Year 1 Average $51,000 / Year 2 Average $61,000)
Average Commission: 7.55% (Range: 6.6%-8.7%)
Annual Performance Bonuses
Requirements
2+ years of interior design or consultative sales experience.
A track record of business success that demonstrates the ability to lead a sales process and achieve sales goals.
A natural ability to engage, connect, and develop relationships.
Someone who is highly motivated by commission sales.