A Sales Consultant promotes and sells products or services on behalf of a company, and develops strategies to increase sales. Recruits new clients and builds relationships with customers, vendors and suppliers. Works with company sales staff to increase product knowledge and develop marketing strategies. May travel to meet with clients, generate new sales and maintain contact with customers.
Design Consultant - In-Home Sales Budget Blinds of Petaluma and West Santa Rosa Commission-Based |
Paid Training Provided Sales Territory:
Rohnert Park and the Rennia territory This is an in-home sales position requiring regular travel throughout the assigned territory. Help People Love Where They Live. We're looking for someone who loves helping people make confident decisions, creating beautiful spaces, and building relationships that last. At Budget Blinds of Petaluma and West Santa Rosa, our Design Consultants don't just sell window coverings—they become trusted advisors who guide homeowners and businesses from the initial consultation through the successful completion of each project. If you enjoy building relationships, solving problems, helping people improve their homes, and taking pride in delivering an exceptional customer experience, we'd love to meet you. Compensation & Earning Potential This is a commission-based sales position with paid training provided. Average commission is approximately 10% of gross sales, uncapped. Design Consultants can earn more than $100,000 per year. Company-provided leads and strong marketing support. Paid training is provided to help you develop the product, design, sales, and technical knowledge needed to succeed. Your income is directly influenced by your sales performance, profitability, and ability to create exceptional client experiences that generate repeat and referral business. What You'll Do As a Design Consultant, you'll help clients transform their homes and businesses by recommending custom window covering solutions that fit their style, functional needs, and budget. You'll guide clients through every stage of their project—from consultation and design recommendations through measuring, ordering, installation, and follow-up—to ensure an exceptional experience from beginning to end.
Responsibilities include:
Conduct in-home and commercial design consultations. Recommend blinds, shades, shutters, drapery, exterior products, and motorized solutions. Measure windows accurately and prepare proposals. Educate clients on products, timelines, warranties, and installation expectations. Build long-term relationships that generate referrals and repeat business. Manage multiple active projects while providing proactive communication. Collaborate closely with office staff, installers, vendors, and leadership. Continue developing your product knowledge through ongoing training and professional development. Who Thrives Here The people who are most successful on our team tend to: Enjoy helping people more than simply making sales. Build trust through honesty and follow-through. Take ownership of their work from consultation through project completion. Naturally notice details others may overlook. Stay organized while managing multiple active projects. Communicate proactively with clients and teammates. Keep their commitments and follow through. Care about their teammates' success as much as their own. Enjoy learning new products and becoming experts in their field. Balance exceptional customer service with strong business results. Work well independently while still being part of a supportive team. If you're looking for a place where integrity, teamwork, accountability, and exceptional customer experiences matter just as much as sales results, you'll fit right in. Experience We'd Love to See Experience in one or more of the following is helpful: Consultative or in-home sales Interior design or decorating Window coverings or home improvement Construction or remodeling Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, countertops, or other home-related sales Customer relationship management Project management Residential or commercial client service Window covering experience is preferred but is not required. We're happy to train the right person with the right attitude, work ethic, aptitude, and desire to learn. What You Need Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Reliable transportation and the ability to travel regularly throughout Rohnert Park and the Rennia territory. Professional appearance and excellent communication skills. Strong organizational and time-management abilities. Attention to detail and the ability to accurately measure and document information. Basic computer proficiency and willingness to learn company systems. Ability to lift and carry product samples and use a ladder when needed. Ability to pass a background check. Willingness to continually learn new products, technology, and sales processes. Why Join Budget Blinds? You'll join one of the largest and most respected custom window covering companies in North America while working with a locally owned business that truly values its people.
We offer:
Paid training and ongoing coaching. Commission-based compensation with significant earning potential. Company-provided leads. Industry-leading products from top manufacturers. Strong marketing support. Advanced technology and support systems. Health insurance. 401(k) with company match. Company technology and tools. A collaborative office, sales, and installation team. Ongoing product, sales, and design education. Opportunities for professional growth and advancement. A culture built around integrity, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement. We invest heavily in product training, sales coaching, design education, technology, and professional development because we believe great consultants are always learning. More Than a Sales Job This isn't a high-pressure sales position. It's an opportunity to become a trusted advisor, build meaningful client relationships, and help people improve the spaces where they live and work. Success here comes from listening well, making thoughtful recommendations, communicating honestly, paying attention to the details, and following through on your commitments. We believe exceptional customer experiences create lifelong clients—and those relationships create exceptional careers. Ready to Build Something Bigger? If you're looking for more than just another sales job—if you want to build lasting relationships, become a trusted advisor, and be part of a team that celebrates shared success—we'd love to hear from you. We're looking for people who pay attention to the details—starting with the application. Budget Blinds of Petaluma and West Santa Rosa is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
