Interior Designer/Retail Sales (Albany, NY) – Unlimited Earning Potential

Design Beautiful Spaces. Build Lasting Relationships. Grow Your Career.

Are you passionate about interior design, home furnishings, and helping people create spaces they love? Join Stickley as an Interior Designer & Furniture Sales Consultant, where you'll combine creativity, design expertise, and consultative sales to deliver exceptional client experiences.

Whether you have a background in interior design, furniture sales, luxury retail, home décor, or customer service, we'll provide the training, tools, and support you need to succeed. This is an exciting opportunity to build a rewarding career with a respected, family-owned company known for craftsmanship, quality, and professional growth.

Why Join Stickley?

At Stickley, we believe great design starts with great people. Our collaborative culture values creativity, integrity, teamwork, and customer care. You'll work alongside experienced design professionals, receive ongoing development opportunities, and enjoy clear pathways for career advancement.

What You'll Do

As an Interior Designer & Furniture Sales Consultant, you will:

• Partner with clients to create personalized, functional, and beautiful living spaces
• Provide expert guidance on furniture, fabrics, finishes, layouts, and home décor selections
• Develop customized design solutions that align with each client's style, needs, and budget
• Build long-term client relationships through exceptional service and follow-up
• Achieve and exceed individual sales and showroom performance goals
• Stay informed on interior design trends, furniture collections, and industry best practices
• Collaborate with showroom leadership and fellow design consultants
• Maintain an inspiring, welcoming, and organized showroom environment

Qualifications

Required

• Proven success in sales, customer service, retail, hospitality, or another client-focused environment
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills
• Passion for interior design, furniture, home décor, fashion, or lifestyle products
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
• Comfortable using computers, POS systems, and digital tools
• Ability to work a retail schedule, including evenings and weekends

Preferred

• Experience in interior design, furniture sales, home furnishings, luxury retail, or design consulting
• Background in consultative sales or commission-based sales environments
• Interior design education, certification, or related coursework
• Knowledge of residential space planning and furniture layout design

Don't meet every qualification? Apply anyway. We value transferable skills, diverse experiences, and a willingness to learn. Training is provided for motivated candidates.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package designed to reward performance and support your well-being.

Compensation

• Guaranteed weekly draw plus uncapped commission opportunities
• Monthly and annual performance bonuses
• Strong earning potential for high performers

Benefits

• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and prescription coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee furniture discount
• Access to on-site health services, including a dedicated nurse and nurse practitioner
• Ongoing training, coaching, and professional development
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

About Stickley

L. & J.G. Stickley is a trusted manufacturer and retailer of premium home furnishings with more than a century of craftsmanship and heritage. As a family-owned company, we take pride in creating high-quality furniture and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Our culture is built on teamwork, respect, integrity, and excellence. We invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on our customers' homes and lives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stickley is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Ready to Design a Career You Love?

If you're creative, customer-focused, and motivated by both design and sales success, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and discover how far your talent can take you at Stickley.