Job Description:- Join Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design for an in-person hiring event at our Oak Brook showroom!
- 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 CTWalter 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 Walk-ins are welcome, but we encourage you to apply in advance through Indeed or our Careers page at smithe.com/careers.
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
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 401kPTO, 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\nCompany DescriptionWalter E. Smithe is a 4th generation family-owned business with midwestern roots. Founded in Chicago in 1945, we are proud to be known for our expert design, our quality furniture, and our unequivocal commitment to 100% client satisfaction.
Company Description:
Walter E. Smithe is a 4th generation family-owned business with midwestern roots. Founded in Chicago in 1945, we are proud to be known for our expert design, our quality furniture, and our unequivocal commitment to 100% client satisfaction.
