Impress employers and recruiters.
Choose from hundreds of resume examples.

Target Resume Now

About the Role

Ethan Allen is seeking talented Interior Design and Sales Professionals for its Setauket Design Center. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about interior design and sales who want to build their own business within a strong brand. You will be supported by Ethan Allen's design tools, manufacturing capabilities, marketing resources, and delivery network to create exceptional client experiences and grow long-term relationships.

Responsibilities

Create individualized design solutions using Ethan Allen products and services.
Perform space planning, fabric coordination, product selection, and residential project design.
Develop individualized designs and achieve performance goals in a flexible, relationship-based selling environment.
Develop connections in the community and with the trade.
Market yourself across multiple channels.
Create design solutions consistent with customer preferences and budget.
Sell Ethan Allen products and services.
Represent the Ethan Allen brand in all customer interactions.
Greet customers, establish rapport, and obtain appointments and in-home consultations.
Conduct home calls to evaluate customer needs and provide design solutions that close sales.
Utilize grassroots marketing and social media to develop and grow the business.
Educate customers about complimentary design services.
Stay current on design and color trends.
Coordinate with the team to provide exceptional customer service before and after the sale.
Keep customers informed of order status and any delays.
Participate in corporate marketing and training programs.
Educate customers on Ethan Allen sponsored finance options.
Contribute to the development and upkeep of the design center's portfolio.
Utilize corporate systems and technology for efficient project design, presentations, and professional service.
Enter orders utilizing the retail point of sale system.
Maintain a neat and orderly design center projection.
Collaborate with leadership to develop business and marketing plans to expand market reach and exceed goals.
Monitor the effectiveness of marketing plans and suggest modifications.
Utilize technology such as 3D Room Planner, CRM, and Live Chat to build project volume and client relationships.
Use social media to enhance personal and Ethan Allen's presence.
Build relationships with outside talent via social media to expand market network.
Perform any other required duties.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a design-related field from an accredited institution with a minimum of one (1) year of practical interior design experience, or five (5) years experience in a related field.
Broad knowledge of interior design and effective sales techniques.
Working knowledge of online sales and design tools.
Good listening skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
General understanding of social media and grass-roots marketing to develop a book of business.
Proven experience in social media and grass-roots marketing preferred.
Valid driver’s license, or ability to establish an alternate means of transportation.
Intermediate skill competency using digital floor planning technology.
Experience using interactive technology to view design concepts (e.g., augmented reality, virtual reality).
Willing and capable of learning new technologies.

Skills

Interior design
Sales techniques
Online sales tools
Online design tools
Communication skills
Social media marketing
Grass-roots marketing
Digital floor planning technology
3D applications
Augmented reality
Virtual reality
Visualization tools

Location

Setauket, Suffolk County, NY

Work Type

Full-time
Onsite
Requires weekend availability

Experience Level

Minimum 1 year of practical interior design experience
Or 5 years of experience in a related field

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a design-related field

Salary/Compensations

Minimum annual recoverable draw of $59,000
Average Earnings: $118,831.75 (2025)
Unlimited earning potential

Benefits

Generous Employee Purchase program
Paid Time Off
401(k) plan (with Employer contributions)
Multiple Medical Plans with Prescription Drug Coverage
Health Savings Account (including Employer contributions)
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Basic Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Supplemental Group Term Life & AD&D Insurance
Dependent Group Term Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability (Full-Time associates only)
Business Travel Accident Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts – Health Care & Dependent Care
Commuter Saving Plans – Public Transit & Parking
Voluntary Whole Life Insurance
Voluntary Critical Care Insurance
Voluntary Accident Insurance
Employee Assistance Program

About the Company

Ethan Allen has proudly served Suffolk County for more than 40 years.
Trusted destination for luxury home furnishings and interior design.
Offers nationally recognized design tools, custom manufacturing capabilities, marketing resources, and a white-glove delivery network.