Retail & Trade Interior Design Specialist

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