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Job Type Full-time Description Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design Hiring Event! Join us for an in-person hiring event at our Oak Brook showroom as we grow our team of Interior Design Sales Consultants! We're hiring for our Oak Brook, Naperville, Arlington Heights, and Vernon Hills showrooms and are looking for passionate, design-minded professionals who enjoy building relationships and helping clients create beautiful homes. Attend our hiring event to learn more about these exciting opportunities and interview with our hiring team. Event Details Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM CT Location: Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design 1501 16th St, Oak Brook, IL 60523 What To Expect Meet with our hiring teamInterview in personLearn about our paid training programExplore career opportunities with a family-owned company that's been designing beautiful homes since 1945 Whether you have an interior design background, experience in consultative sales, or a passion for home furnishings, we'd love to meet you. Register by applying for the job online or through our Careers page at smithe.com/careers. You're also welcome to attend as a walk-in if you haven't applied in advance. We look forward to meeting you! 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 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 Hourly paid training for up to the first 4 months, with the 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 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 opportunitiesMedical, dental, vision, LTD, life insurance 401k PTO, flexible schedules, and employee discounts Clear career path with opportunities for growth, advancement, and leadership Requirements 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 Salary Description $40,000 - $185,000