Designer Job at Crate and Barrel in West Hartford

Overview Join to apply for the Designer role at Crate and Barrel .

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we aim to inspire through high-quality, responsibly sourced home furnishings designed to bring beauty and function to customers’ homes.

We’re here for it. We think you should be too . We’re looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team as a Designer.

Crate and Barrel Designers help customers see what is possible with the latest on-trend merchandise by building meaningful, long-term relationships and guiding customers who are furnishing an entire room or adding an accent piece. Designers stay up-to-date on trends and work with a range of design styles from classic to contemporary. They utilize digital tools during in-store and in-home consultations to show how furniture, fabrics and decor can bring a customer’s vision to life.

A day in the life as a Designer... Drive sales and a differentiated experience by providing enriching customer interactions and elevated design offerings in-store, in-home, and virtually.

Create elevated designs for customers using moodboards, 2D & 3D floor plans, product lists and customer presentations.

Lead design consultations in person (in-store or in-home) or via email, phone and virtual.

Deliver projects in a timely manner within defined timelines.

Understand brand aesthetics and merchandising strategy by channel (Store, E‑Commerce, Catalog).

Maintain up-to-date product knowledge, including characteristics and care information, and stay informed about competition and industry trends.

Meet individual sales, KPI and service goals, productivity standards, and engage customers on the sales floor with selling skills.

Listen to customer needs and communicate loyalty services (e.g., designer rewards, Design Trade Program, credit card).

Provide excellent service with a positive attitude and enthusiasm, ensuring gracious, quick, and efficient service.

Support store training on design services to drive understanding of offerings.

Develop new and lasting relationships with customers through networking and clienteling.

What you\'ll bring to the table... Understanding of basic design functions including spatial planning, fabric selection, lighting, and interior design styles.

Excellent communication skills to translate the brand vision and customer needs.

Affinity for technology (2D and 3D tools, Google suite, video conferencing, iPad) and proficiency in floor planning.

Ability to stay up to date on current design trends.

Proven track record of building long-lasting relationships with customers.

We’d love to hear from you if you have… 6+ months of competitive sales or interior design service experience preferred.

Ability to move and / or lift up to 50 pounds; heavier merchandise with team assist.

Full-Time : Open availability to work flexible hours on weekdays, evenings and weekends.

Part-Time : Availability to work two or more weekend days and at least one weekday or night.

Minimum Starting Rate : $16.00 Hourly Up to : $36.00 Hourly. Pay ranges will be adjusted upward as needed to comply with applicable state and local law. In addition to salary, associates may be eligible for bonuses, sales incentives, and long-term incentives depending on role.

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