Staples Promotional Products

Interior Designer

Staples Promotional Products

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Massachusetts • United States

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Salary

💰 $65,671 - $90,297 per year

About the role

  • Provide comprehensive design support to multiple Key Account Executives (KAEs) across a range of projects.
  • Partner with KAEs in client engagements, project needs assessments, space planning, furniture specification, and development of tailored workplace solutions.
  • Actively contribute to the promotion and delivery of interior design services through client presentations, drawings, and visualizations that clearly communicate design intent and value.
  • Represent the company within the Architecture & Design (A&D), Real Estate, and Facilities communities by participating in industry organizations and events.
  • During the Pre-Design and Programming phase, apply consultative design skills to assess client needs through interviews, site visits, and stakeholder meetings.
  • Collaborate with clients to define project scope, establish budgets, align on timelines, and support strategic planning, including phasing and integration with external consultants.
  • In the Conceptual and Schematic phases, develop innovative design solutions that respond to user needs, workflow, brand identity, budget, and schedule while integrating existing furniture standards, finishes, and overall design cohesion.
  • During Design Development, execute detailed space planning and furniture specifications using tools such as CET, AutoCAD, CAP.

Requirements

  • Preferred - Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or/
  • 6-7 years of Equivalent job-related experience within the contract furniture industry
  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience in interior design, space planning, and furniture specification within the contract furniture industry
  • Proficiency in CET, AutoCAD, CAP 2020, and Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), including presentation development
  • Demonstrated experience creating interior finish selections and color/material presentations
  • Strong understanding of workplace design principles and furniture applications
  • Ability to travel locally as needed; occasional overnight travel required (less than 10%)
  • Demonstrated proficiency in interior design, space planning, space assessment, and applicable codes and compliance requirements
  • Strong technical skills in relevant design software, including CET, AutoCAD, CAP, and other visualization tools
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, effectively prioritizing based on deadlines, lead times, and project milestones
  • Experience collaborating with corporate design teams, Architecture & Design (A&D) firms, general contractors, project managers, and end-users across all levels of engagement
  • Ability to lead projects from initial concept through final installation and occupancy
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly and confidently present ideas to audiences ranging from end-users to C-level executives
  • Strong presentation skills, with experience developing and delivering professional, client-facing materials
  • Detail-oriented with a high level of organization and a professional presence
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within internal teams to support and promote design services
  • Consultative approach to client engagement, including the ability to conduct research, identify client needs, and support a structured sales process
  • Demonstrated understanding of workplace design strategy, including the application of commercial interiors principles and business considerations
  • Knowledge of building codes, regulations, and constructability, with the ability to review and oversee design documentation accordingly
  • Ability to perform effectively under pressure, managing competing priorities and tight deadlines
  • NCIDQ (CIDQ) certification preferred, but not required.
Benefits
  • Competitive Salary Range: $65,671 - $90,297 / plus bonus potential
  • Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups
  • Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays)
  • Online and Retail Discounts
  • Company Match 401(k)
  • Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs
  • and more!
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
interior designspace planningfurniture specificationdesign developmentproject managementpresentation developmentcolor/material presentationsworkplace design principlescodes and compliance requirementsvisualization tools
Soft Skills
communication skillspresentation skillsorganizational skillscollaborative mindsetconsultative approachability to manage multiple projectsdetail-orientedability to perform under pressurestrong interpersonal skillsability to prioritize
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Interior DesignNCIDQ (CIDQ) certification