Interior Design Sales Consultant – Hiring Event | Oak Brook Showroom in Oak Brook, Illinois at Walter E. Smithe Furniture Inc

Meet our hiring team, interview in person, and learn how you can build a rewarding career helping clients create beautiful, personalized homes with one of Chicago's most respected furniture and design companies.
Whether you have an interior design background, consultative sales experience, or a passion for creating exceptional client experiences, we would love to meet you.

Hiring Event Details:

Thursday, October 22nd, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM CT

Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design Showroom 1501 16th Street Oak Brook, IL 60523
What to Expect:

• Meet with our hiring team
• Interview on-site
• Learn about our paid training program
• Explore career opportunities with a family-owned company that's been designing beautiful homes since 1945

• Partner with clients to design inspiring spaces that reflect their lifestyle and vision
• Build lasting client relationships through personalized service and outreach
• Conduct in-home visits and use advanced design tools to bring concepts to life
• Primarily custom and special order, including private label brands, as well as Century, American Leather, Vanguard, Hancock & Moore, Universal, Hooker, and many others.
• Manage multiple projects while achieving individual sales goals
• Collaborate with a dedicated support team of client service, accounting, and delivery professionals

Training & Support: We invest in your success with a career-focused training program:

• Comprehensive training that develops design & sales expertise, software proficiency, and project management skills
• Ongoing coaching and mentorship to help you grow and succeed over time
• Up to 4 months pf hourly paid training, with the opportunity 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
• Commission paid on written sales
• Monthly and annual performance-based bonuses
• Typical earnings range: $40K – $185K+ (performance-based)
• Average commission: 7.71% (6.7%–8.6%)
• Bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, vision, LTD, life insurance
• 401k
• PTO, flexible schedules, and 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 relationship building
• 3+ years of post-grad experience in retail, sales, or interior design with consultative sales expertise
• Confident, enthusiastic individuals capable of leading the sales process
• Motivated by results and excited by a performance-based career path
• Organized, professional, and committed to building a long-term design career
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and weekend availability