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Design Specialist - Santa Monica

Design Specialist - Santa Monica

MediabistroSanta Monica, CA, United States
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Overview

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Are you a creative professional with a passion for interior design and a proven track record in sales? Our store is looking for you to deliver exceptional client experiences and bring iconic modern design to life.

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly base with uncapped commission on shipped items
  • Performance-based bonus plan
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave
  • Commuter benefit up to $150 / month
  • 401(k) with 4% company match
  • Generous employee discounts
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities

Store Hours : Open daily, Sunday through Saturday (weekend and holiday availability required).

About the Role

As a Design Specialist, you’ll blend your design sensibility with consultative selling skills to deliver exceptional client experiences. You’ll represent legendary designers like Charles and Ray Eames and brands such as Herman Miller and Knoll, while building lasting relationships with clients and the local design community. You’ll report directly to the General Manager and play a key role in driving the store’s success.

What You’ll Do

  • Drive sales by delivering personalized design consultations and solutions that meet client needs
  • Build and maintain relationships with clients, trade professionals, and the local design community
  • Meet and exceed sales performance goals, including revenue targets, conversion rates, and client retention metrics
  • Leverage your design expertise to guide clients through product selection, space planning, and styling
  • Manage the full client lifecycle using CRM tools and outreach strategies
  • Maintain visual merchandising standards and contribute to the store’s aesthetic
  • Stay current on product knowledge, design trends, and industry developments through training and self-study
  • Conduct in-home consultations and attend off-site meetings with trade clients as needed

    • What We’re Looking For

  • A design-savvy sales professional with a passion for modern interiors
  • Experience in retail sales, design consulting, or customer success (preferred)
  • Background in interior design, architecture, or related field (preferred)
  • Skilled in client needs assessment, problem-solving, and relationship building
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and design tools (e.g., SketchUp, AutoCAD, or similar)
  • Able to lift 20+ lbs and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

    • Equal Opportunity

    Design Within Reach is committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

    Compensation range for this role is $21.00 - $23.00. Salary considerations depend on candidate qualifications and experience, other business / organizational needs, and market factors. You may also be eligible for geographic premium, annual discretionary incentive, and equity awards subject to program rules. Benefits include Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Day Care Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, Paid Time Off, Holidays, 401(k), and other perks.

    This organization participates in E-Verify. MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and remain open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodations, contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at

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