Interior Designer / Sales Consultant - Merrillville & Multiple Area Locations at Walter E. Smithe Furniture Inc – Merrillville, Indiana

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

Who Thrives in This Role:

• People-driven professionals energized by client engagement and building relationships
• 5+ years of retail sales or interior design experience with consultative sales expertise
• Confident, enthusiastic, and capable of leading the sales process
• Motivated by results and excited by a performance-based career path
• Strong communicator with the ability to inspire clients and colleagues
• Organized, professional, and committed to growing a long-term design career
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and weekend availability