Interior Designer

The ideal candidate should have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work well in a team environment with demonstrated experience in residential space planning, decorating, client management, and design software. General Accountabilities • Meet with design clients and prepare follow-up proposals and presentations • Develop space planning concepts and mood boards for design clients • Selection of furniture, wallpaper, custom window treatments, paint, floor covering, lighting, bedding & home accessories for design clients • Establishing availability of merchandise and lead time with vendors • Manage the schedules of design projects and client installations with in-house delivery team • Manage client expectations and foster open communication along with clear budget guidelines • Travel to client sites, retail/design center and HQ/warehouse as needed; must be comfortable working in a retail/design center showroom environment • Track design project work and billing using project tracking application • Ability to work occasional evenings/weekends to accommodate client appointments, special retail events, and project deadlines • Working with manufacturers and meeting with reps Job Qualifications • Must have 5+ years professional interior design work experience with a design firm or independent design studio • Experience using AutoCAD (preferred but not required), or other floor plan rendering programs • Work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced, project-to-project environment • Ability to communicate articulately along with excellent customer service skills • Ability to work independently with high-end clients • Highly organized with strong project and time management skills • Enjoy working in a professional team environment with the ability to collaborate on projects • Must be willing to travel to all retail design centers and client locations as needed Skills • Excellence in interior design principles and practices • Knowledge of suppliers and manufacturers commonly used in residential interior design work • Excellent verbal and written communication, with ability to convey concepts and ideas clearly • Excellent organizational skills and outstanding attention to detail • Manage multiple projects simultaneously on a daily basis • Project Management for both small and full scope projects • Previous retail sales experience in a furniture or home decor environment a plus Pay: From $50,000.00 per year