Design Specialist (Interior Design)

Location: CA - Calabasas; store-based role with in-home consultations and off-site client meetings as needed

Salary: $22.00–$23.00 per hour, plus uncapped commission, performance-based bonus, and possible geographic premium, incentive, and equity awards.

Company

Design Within Reach, part of hirify.global, creates and sells exceptionally crafted modern furnishings from designers and brands including Herman Miller and Knoll.

What you will do

• Deliver personalized design consultations and recommend furniture, styling, and space-planning solutions.
• Build relationships with clients, trade professionals, and the local design community.
• Drive store sales and meet revenue, conversion, retention, and other KPI targets.
• Manage the full client lifecycle using CRM tools and outreach strategies.
• Maintain visual merchandising standards and contribute to the store aesthetic.
• Conduct in-home consultations and attend off-site meetings with trade clients as needed.

Requirements

• Passion for modern interiors and strong design sensibility.
• Experience in retail sales, design consulting, or customer success is preferred.
• Background in interior design, architecture, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong client needs assessment, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and design tools such as SketchUp or AutoCAD.
• Ability to lift over 40 lbs and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employment with competitive hourly pay, uncapped commission, and a performance-based bonus plan.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, health savings, life, disability, and other insurance plans.
• Paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, and other paid time off.
• 401(k) with a 4% company match and a commuter benefit of up to $150 per month.
• Employee discounts and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Weekend and holiday availability is required because the store is open daily.