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Job Description Summary

An innovative leader responsible for the La-Z-Boy In-Home Design program and personalized client solutions. The role requires translating client needs into actionable design concepts, conducting insightful in-home consultations, and fortifying sales teams with design expertise. This position is instrumental in elevating the design culture and is held to the utmost standards of professionalism and integrity.

Job Description:

At La-Z-Boy we are committed to improving our customers' lives by helping them transform their houses into homes. Designers at La-Z-Boy Furniture are paid salary plus commission on written sales with NO COMMISSION CAP. On average, our Interior Designers earn over $45,000/year with top performers earning over $70k. As a LaZBoy designer.

What will you be doing?

Designing and creating comfortable and functional environments that represent client’s lifestyle, art taste and budget. More specifically:

In-Home Design:

· Schedule professional home consultations to present customized room designs, including sample fabrics, furniture, tables, and accessory recommendations as well as the benefits of a professional installation service

· Accurately complete order information, collect deposits and fees, keep orderly customer records, and research customer payments and deliveries

· Responsible to support design related functions in the store and maintain an up-to-date customized portfolio including before and after pictures of previous In-Home design projects.

Sales Culture and Promotions

· Drive sales to consistently achieve established sales goals.

· Team with selling team to promote the In-Home Design program and drive overall store sales

· Maintain strong knowledge of features and benefits of existing and new product line

· Customer Experience Excellence

People Development

· Train, coach and develop Design Associates on product knowledge and selling skills to achieve store sales goals

· Assist with training, coaching and developing the selling team

· Leads with the highest ethical standards and demands the same from their teams

Store Standards / Operations:

· Adhere to general store operational procedures and guidelines

· May be responsible for opening and closing of the store

· Be willing and able to jump into every sale and close it.

· Other duties as assigned

Designer Pay Plan:

Competitive earnings potential:  UNCAPPED commissions on WRITTEN Sales

Pay: training pay $20 per hour 3-4 weeks

After training end: $35,000 paid Bi-weekly+ (Commission) and bonus potential

Qualification:

Associates in Interior Design or related field, or equivalent experience18 years or olderProfessional dress and appearanceAvailable evenings, weekends, and most holidays – we’re closed Christmas, Thanksgiving & Easter!Reliable vehicle with driver’s license – you’ll be paid mileageLa-Z-Boy is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/D/VGraphic Design

Employee Assistance program (EAP):

At LaZBoy our employee’s wellbeing is a top priority!You will have access to talk confidentially with a licensed therapist (with topics such as: anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and relationships)Access FREE and DISCOUNTED resources for mental health, financial planning, legal advice, and caregiving referralsAccess to FREE online education resourcesFREE online will preparationHelp with better health care choices, like claims, billing, fee negotiation, and RNs who can explain diagnoses and treatments.

Benefits:

401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programEmployee discountFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveReferral programRetirement planTuition reimbursementVision insuranceMAJOR FURNITURE DICSCOUNTS

Employee Rewards:

BRAVO POINTS – save up points rewarded by managers to spend on almost anything! From merchandise such as home supplies, electronics, apparel, event tickets, travel, mastery classes and more NAME BRAND ITEMS!REWARDS FOR TOP SELLERSEmployee Referral! Get rewarded for staffing at La Z Boy!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties as assigned):

Achieve or surpass store and individual sales goals, annual operating benchmarks, and personal objectives.Promote the La-Z-Boy In-Home Design program to draft potential design solutions, present customized portfolio presentations tailored to the client’s requirements and preferences.Translate the client’s lifestyle, taste, and budget into actionable design recommendations.Schedule and conduct in-home consultations to understand client's unique needs, preferences, and vision for their space.Create design concepts and digital presentation with finish selections, furnishings, and fixtures.Provide coaching, training, and support to sales teams to improve design culture, product knowledge, sales techniques, strategies, and overall in-home design performance.Collaborate with support teams to ensure flawless execution of operational excellence.Ensure proper execution of all existing and new systems and administrative procedures.SCOPE & IMPACT: 

This position holds significant influence over the store's financial health, team morale and development, operational efficiency, and the overall customer experience and reputation in the community. This position reports to the Store Manager of the assigned location with indirect influence of sales team.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  Education: bachelor’s degree; or equivalent experience.Experience: 2-3 years in interior design, with a residential emphasis.Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, computer-aided design programs, financial understanding, adept interpersonal communication, analytical abilities, goal orientation, team management, and customer service.Other: Ability to work the schedule and hours dictated by business needs, to include evenings, weekends, and holidaysValid Driver’s License

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: Design CertificationAdvanced interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills, business acumen, entrepreneurial spirit & experience in building effective relationships.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: none

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds.Ability to operate motor vehicle.Ability to stand for long periods of time.Nearly continuous use of repetitive hand motions, hearing and listening.Often required to sit, walk, bend and stoopSubject to inside environmental conditionsAbility to pass background and drug screen.

OTHER DUTIES:  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Weekly Hours:

40

At La-Z-Boy Incorporated, we're an equal opportunity employer. We understand that our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of upmost importance as we work together to build comfort. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.We are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table. If you are a qualified individual that may need a change or adjustment to the application/interviewing/hiring process as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodations by emailing our recruiting team at recruiting@la-z-boy.com or by calling 734-242-1444.