Job: Residential & Interior Designers - Naples & Fort Myers

Job Responsibilities/Functions:

Consult with potential and existing City Furniture and/or Ashley Furniture HomeStores Clients to promote design packages and establish design needs

Complete appropriate services according to level of design package purchased (i.e., telephone interview, in-home consultation, shopping assistance, post-delivery in-home meeting and telephone assistance, accessory shopping and placement assistance)

Work with Clients to establish estimated budget for design plan

Implement design projects from concept to completion according to the scope of design package and
Clients’ expectations, including but not limited to: floor planning and selection of interior specifications, such as color pallets, furnishings, wall coverings, soft goods, art, accessories and finishes

Suggest furniture, accessories and finishes from City Furniture and/or Ashley Furniture HomeStores showrooms or other furniture retailers

Work with Sales Associates to create invoices, schedule delivery, etc. for purchased product

Provide Clients with appropriate approved suppliers and/or installers necessary to complete projects

Maintain acceptable level in Customer Satisfaction Ratings

Communicate status of all projects to Manager

Document Client’s information and the progress of all projects in company’s technology tools

Attend required department and/or team meetings

Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's Degree, Associates Degree or Associates of Applied Science Degree from accredited institution in Residential Design or related field

Qualifications Preferred:
Interior Design License
One to two years of interior design experience

Skills Required:
PC proficient (i.e., space planning software, Microsoft Office products, Internet Explorer, etc.)
Conceptual design skills and creative talent•Strong interpersonal communication skills (both oral and written)
Sales and Customer Service skills
Time management and organizational skills
Effective problem solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work on a team and independently
Detail oriented
Self-motivated

Other Requirements:
Must work nights and weekends with approximately 45 to 50 hour work week
Must have reliable transportation for travel from showroom to Clients’ homes
Must possess a valid driver's license and current auto insurance
Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including light lifting