GENERAL OBJECTIVES
Ethan Allen Design Associates interact with customers thru sales and service utilizing their knowledge of interior design to provide limited design services in partnership with the design consultant or manager. They assist the Design Consultants and Visual Merchandiser with tasks necessary to drive the business and create a successful customer experience.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist the Design Consultants with project development, including attending home calls, preparing space plans, product selection, preparing quotes, creating sketches and renderings, setting up and dismantling presentations, preparing custom soft goods quotes, offering assistance and hospitality during presentations and assisting clients when their requested Design Consultant is unavailable.
- Provides support to visual merchandiser in replenishing merchandise and assists in daily maintenance of floor displays.
- Stays current on design and color trends to create fashionable design solutions.
- Enters orders and quotes utilizing the retail point of sale system.
- Communicate with clients regarding appointments and order status via telephone & email.
Education
B.A. degree or candidate in Interior Design preferred
Experience
- Previous internship or experience with a professional design firm or design-retail organization.
- Minimum one year experience in retail sales preferred.
Other Requirements
- Good sales & organizational skills.
- Ability to work with successfully with customers and team.
- Positive attitude with stylish professional appearance and high energy with a desire to learn the business.
- Demonstrated computer and social media skills
- Must be able to work holidays, evenings and weekends.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or current candidacy toward one
- Previous internship or experience with a professional design firm or design-retail organization
- At least one year of retail sales experience
- Good sales and organizational skills
- Ability to work successfully with customers and team members
- Positive attitude, professional appearance, high energy, and willingness to learn
- Computer and social media skills
- Availability to work holidays, evenings, and weekends
What We Do
Ethan Allen Interiors Inc. is an interior design company that manufactures and retails quality home furnishings. Its offering includes furniture and accessories for every room, with custom options and design assistance delivered through its design centers, online channels, and customer homes. The company combines product craftsmanship, personalized interior-design services, and retail sales to help customers create individualized residential spaces and distinctive interiors.
