Interior Design Specialist

Salary Range: $21.00 per hour

NOTE: The hourly rate is a fixed entry rate for this position and applies to all new hires. While our system may display a pay range, this role’s starting rate is non‑negotiable. Future pay increases are determined by performance, growth, and time in role, in accordance with our compensation policy.

Joining a new Wayfair store launch means being part of something special from Day 1. During the first several weeks, you will work alongside the team to help set up, organize, and prepare the store for opening, which will look different from your long term day to day responsibilities. This hands on, team first experience helps bring our store to life and sets us up for success once we open our doors to the community and our customers.

At Wayfair, we believe everyone deserves a home they love and as a Design Specialist, you’ll help make that happen. You'll be more than a salesperson; you’ll be a trusted design partner, guiding customers through everything from furniture selections to full‑room transformations. Using your interior design expertise, trend awareness, and flair for customer service, you’ll help bring their vision to life—whether in‑store, virtually, or in their home.

This role blends creativity and strategy, giving you the tools to inspire and the autonomy to deliver results. From room layouts to fabric swatches, your design solutions will reflect each customer’s unique style, budget, and needs. We’re not just a store—we’re a community of creators, doers, and dreamers.

Ready to help customers fall in love with their homes—and your career? Let’s make it happen.

• Be the Customer’s Trusted Advisor: Greet, listen, and learn. You’ll lead design consultations that feel more like conversations, getting to know your customer’s style, needs, and how they really live. Whether it’s a growing family, a new pet, or a dream remodel, you’ll help it all come together beautifully.
• Turn Vision Into Reality: Create stunning, functional spaces using your design expertise—think color theory, spatial planning, textiles, and trend‑savvy picks. You'll walk customers through fabric swatches, finishes, and product choices with confidence and clarity.
• Inspire with Tech + Tools: Build out 2D/3D room views, mood boards, and persuasive presentations using our design software. (Bonus points if you’ve dabbled in tools like Sketch Up, Design Files, Floor planner, Icovia, or a similar tool!)
• Always Be Designing (and Selling): Every interaction is a chance to build trust and drive results. You’ll grow sales by turning design dreams into shoppable plans—and guiding customers every step of the way.
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  Balance design appointments, sales floor chats, team collabs—you’ll handle it all with a positive attitude and a flexible mindset.
• Be a Team Player: Pitch in on floor sets, help with replenishment, and share your best design hacks with the team. We grow together here.
• Drive Sales with Style: Every interaction is an opportunity to build trust, grow your pipeline, and close the loop on beautiful, functional spaces. You’ll actively seek out leads and help customers take the next step.
• Operate as “One Team”: You will support Wayfair’s total store goals by cross‑training across key store functions, including sales and back‑of‑house operations. You'll flex where needed to support customers, teammates, store needs and peak business periods.

• Sales Chops: 2+ years of sales experience, ideally with higher price‑point products or in a design‑related retail environment.
• Design Know-How: At least 1 year of experience in interior, architectural, or graphic design—plus a solid grasp of spatial planning, color theory, and style trends.
• Flexibility: Open availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. You’re ready when your customers are.
• Tech Savviness: You’re comfortable using design tools (AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Design Files, etc.), POS systems, and platforms like Salesforce.
• Team Spirit: You shine in a collaborative, cross‑functional environment and love being part of a supportive, high‑performing crew.
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