Senior Designer, Cabinetry & Home Renovation

Senior Retail Designer Cabinetry & Home Renovation

Location: 3232 Lake Ave Suite 1 Wilmette IL 60091

Overview:

At Wayfair we believe a home should be as functional as it is beautifuland that starts with great design. As a Sr. Retail Designer Cabinetry and Home Renovation youll turn customer visions into reality guiding them through their renovation journey with confidence creativity and care. From kitchens and bathrooms to laundry rooms and custom built-ins youll craft smart stylish spaces that reflect each customers goals budget and style.

Youll tap into your expertise in cabinetry bath and kitchen design. Youll lean into Wayfairs expansive product catalog from cabinetry and tile to flooring and plumbing to provide complete solutions for DIY homeowners and professional contractors alike. If youre a proactive problem-solver with a passion for design and sales and you love seeing a great project come to life this is your stage.

What Does A Cabinetry and Home Renovation Designer Do

• Own the Design Process: Lead cabinetry and home renovation projects from concept to completion. Use 2020 Design Live or similar software to develop layout plans renderings and product recommendations based on customer inputs measurements and needs.
• Be the Technical Expert: Educate customers on cabinetry construction types (framed vs. frameless) materials (MDF plywood solid wood) finishes (painted stained laminated) and specialty features (soft-close hinges pull-outs and more).
• Deliver Personalized Consultations: Whether its in-store virtual or in-home youll meet customers where they are. Youll listen deeply learn their style and renovation goals and recommend functional beautiful solutions tailored to their timeline and budget.
• Connect the Dots from Start to Finish: Develop floor plans mood boards 3D visuals and complete product packages. Youll manage each projects full lifecyclefrom early design to final purchaseand offer support through post-order services to ensure a smooth renovation experience.
• Educate Inspire: Stay ahead of design trends and new materials bringing fresh ideas to every customer interaction. Help customers see how tile flooring kitchen bath and plumbing products can work together to create the space theyve dreamed of.
• Leverage Design Sales Tools: Use analytics and digital tools to build persuasive space plans presentations and shopping experiences that help grow the business while putting your creativity to work.
• Thrive in a Dynamic Environment: With evolving customer needs product assortments and promotions youll stay focused flexible and ready to pivotall while delivering high-impact experiences.
• Always Be Selling (ABS): Every interaction is an opportunity. Youll generate new leads build customer rapport and close on personalized solutions that help grow your pipeline and the stores performance.
• Contribute to Store Success: Help with visual updates floor sets and inventory tasks as neededand bring your ideas to the table! Were a team that builds (and wins) together.

Youll Thrive in this Role if You Have:

• Design Experience: 3 years of experience in kitchen bath cabinetry or home renovation design. You know your way around spatial planning product selection and what works (and what wows). Bonus points for 12 years focused on cabinetry.
• Technical Proficiency: Youre confident working in design software like 2020 AutoCAD Revit SketchUp or similar tools. Familiarity with CRM/POS systems (like Salesforce) helps too.
• Sales Know-How: Youve got a track record of meeting or beating your sales goalsand you know how to build trust while selling big ideas and beautiful designs.
• Flexible Schedule: Retail hours mean nights weekends and holidays. Youre ready to show up when your customers need you most.
• Educational Background: A Bachelors degree or college diploma in a related field is preferred but your experience and design sensibility speak volumes.
• Leadership Training Experience: If youve mentored or trained others in a retail or design setting even better! You know how to lift up your team and lead by example.
• Professional Certification (Preferred): NKBA NAHB NARI or KBDI certifications are a plus and help you stand out as a true renovation pro.
• End-to-End Product Knowledge: You bring the full packagefrom cabinetry to tileand have the confidence to guide customers through every step.
• Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in a team-focused environment and take pride in supporting your peers just as much as your customers.
• Top-Notch Organization: Strong attention to detail follow-through and communication make you a trusted partner from consultation to completion.

Additional Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Physical Activity:Frequent standing walking and reaching with hands and arms; occasional sitting climbing balancing and crawling.
• Mobility & Movement: Frequent stooping kneeling and crouching throughout the day.
• Lifting Ability: Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Vision Requirements: Includes close distance color and peripheral vision; depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Temperature Flexibility: Comfortable in environments with varying temperature conditions.
• Noise Tolerance: Occasional exposure to moderate noise levels and physical activity.

Safety Awareness: Minimal exposure to workplace or environmental hazardsmust adhere to all safety protocols.

What are the Benefits*

• Competitive Pay & Bonus: Earn competitive compensation $24/hour with regular opportunities for performance-based increases and substantial quarterly bonus potential.
• Career Growth: Access professional development and advancement opportunities to help you grow with us.
• Health Benefits from Day One: Medical dental and vision insurance coverage starts on your first day.
• Time to Recharge: Start accruing paid time off immediatelybecause work-life balance matters.
• 401(k) with Company Match: Well match up to 4% to help you plan for your future.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Eligible after 6 months of employmentlearn grow and get support along the way.
• Wayfair Employee Discount: Save big on the pieces you loveplus get 10% off at our in-store restaurant .
• Parental Leave Options: Choose from paid and unpaid leave plans to support your growing family.

And So Much More: Weve got more good stuff where that came from! NOTE: our full-time roles receive the full benefits package above while part-time or seasonal team members may have modified offerings. Your recruiter or in-store team can help with any questions!