Retail & Trade Interior Design Specialist
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Overview
Job Description
As a Retail & Trade Design Specialist, you will inspire clients to express themselves in their homes while supporting the operational strength of our trade business.
You will lead in-store and online design consultations, assist designers with project needs, and bring the shopping experience to a seamless close by guiding clients confidently through purchase decisions.
This role blends sales, design expertise, and disciplined execution within a high-touch luxury showroom.
Trade Support
- Assist interior designers with stock checks, pricing, and lead times
- Prepare quotes and support order entry for trade accounts
- Track open quotes and maintain accurate CRM records
- Coordinate sample requests and maintain the showroom sample library
- Support trade appointments and in-store presentations
- Assist with trade events and programming
- Uphold showroom merchandising and visual standards
Design Services
Lead in-store and online design consultations
Review floor plans, measurements, and client inspiration
Translate functional needs and aesthetic goals into cohesive design direction
Create polished presentations, including:
- Space planning guidance
- Curated Lemieux et Cie product selections
- Visual references and narrative framing
- Clear, actionable recommendations tied to the client's budget and lifestyle
- Guide clients confidently toward product decisions
- Partner with the team to ensure order accuracy and brand alignment
Qualifications
- 1 to 4 years of experience in interiors, luxury retail, or showroom sales
- Understanding of textiles, furniture, or materials
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Clear written and verbal communication
- Comfortable working with designers and high-end clientele
- Ability to work flexible hours, including select event evenings
- Skilled in Adobe, CAD, Canva, and similar presentation tools
Physical Requirements
- Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods
- Ability to lift and move medium to large items using appropriate safety techniques
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