Interior Designer

Staples Promotional Products

Interior Designer collaborating with Key Account Executives to deliver tailored workplace design solutions. Contributing to client engagements through comprehensive design support and exceptional communication skills.

Posted 4/14/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,671 - $90,297 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

What you’ll need

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

Comp & perks

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!

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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