Sales & Design Specialist-Cleveland
@ Design Within Reach, Inc.Sales & Design Specialist-Cleveland
About the job
Herman Miller is a legacy brand shaping modern furniture and workspace design. This role combines sales with personalized design consulting, offering growth, benefits, and a commitment to diversity, sustainability, and innovation.
Requirements
- Retail sales or design experience
- Strong communication skills
- Proficiency in Office and design tools
- Ability to lift over 40 lbs
- Flexibility for weekends and holidays
Qualifications
- Client-facing design or sales background
- Interpersonal skills
- Team player
- Customer-first attitude
Full job description
Why join us?
Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of HermanMiller means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows HermanMiller to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.
At Herman Miller, you’ll be part of a legacy brand that’s shaping the future of how people live and work. You’ll have the tools, training, and support to grow your career in a collaborative, design-forward environment.
What We Offer:
Competitive hourly base with uncapped commission on shipped items
Performance-based bonus plan
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave
401(k) with 4% company match
Commuter benefits up to \$150/month
Generous employee discounts
And more!
Store Hours: Open daily, Sunday through Saturday (weekend and holiday availability required)
About the Role:
Are you passionate about design and driven by sales success? As a Sales & Design Specialist at Herman Miller, you’ll be the face of a brand that has defined modern furniture for over a century. You’ll guide clients through a personalized journey—blending your design sensibility with consultative selling to help them create spaces that support their wellness and productivity.
This is more than a retail role—it’s a chance to become a trusted advisor and design consultant for clients who value quality, ergonomics, and timeless style. You’ll report directly to the General Manager and play a key role in driving the store’s success.
What You’ll Do:
Inspire and educate clients through in-store demonstrations and personalized consultations
Design tailored solutions that align with clients’ needs, preferences, and wellness goals
Drive sales by building strong client relationships and proactively following up on leads
Collaborate with the A&D (Architecture & Design) community to grow brand awareness and partnerships
Maintain visual merchandising standards and ensure a premium store experience
Process transactions and manage orders with accuracy and efficiency
What We’re Looking For:
Proven experience in retail sales, interior design, or client-facing design consultation
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a client-first mindset
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and design/rendering tools
Ability to lift/move items over 40 lbs and adhere to safety protocols
Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and extended hours as needed
Who We Hire?
Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. HermanMiller is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.
MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at careers_help@millerknoll.com.
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