Design Associate: In-Home Sales Expert in Flooring

Floor Coverings International of Oakdale

Design Associate: In-Home Sales Expert in Flooring

Afton, MN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Help homeowners transform their living or working spaces with the latest flooring solutions from top manufacturers! We are seeking experience within the in-home flooring industry, with the ambition to grow as a team and capitalize on the position’s earning potential.

    Design Associates (DAs) at Floor Coverings International focus on providing a positive customer experience and are responsible for working with both company-driven and self-generated leads to sell flooring solutions. With a flexible schedule, DAs utilize their flooring expertise and our mobile showroom to meet with customers to understand their needs and provide recommendations that best fit their vision.

    Job Details & Perks:

    Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a strong base salary plus uncapped commission

    Comprehensive Training: We provide paid training to equip you for success

    Flexible Full-Time Hours: Work full-time with flexible scheduling, including some evenings and weekends

    Paid Time Off: Enjoy paid Holidays, sick days and time-off to recharge

    Health Insurance: A monthly stipend is provided to help cover health insurance expenses

    Cell Phone Allowance: Receive a monthly allowance for your cell phone

    Annual Company Convention: Earn the opportunity to attend our annual company convention in Mexico

    Company Van: Utilize a company van (mobile showroom) for work appointments

    Fuel Coverage: The company covers the van’s fuel expenses

    Make an Impact: Small-company feel with a big-company foundation

    Key Responsibilities:

    Client Engagement: Visit clients in their homes to understand and collaborate on their flooring projects

    Personality: Be punctual and professional, with an influential personality to drive results

    Sales System: Utilize our sales system with the help of a tablet and laptop, to provide quotes and track customer opportunities

    Sell: Selling is critical - get the order; coordinate with our team to ensure a seamless handoff

    Product Knowledge: Stay updated on the latest flooring products and trends to effectively advise clients

    Relationship Building: Develop lasting customer relationships and cultivate key referral sources for ongoing business growth; includes joining at least 1 networking group

    Customer Satisfaction: Ensure customer needs and expectations are met, collaborating with our team for exceptional customer service

    Qualifications for Success:

    Sales Experience: In-home sales and/or flooring sales experience is required

    Drive and Determination: Use competitive drive to exceed sales targets

    Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (written & verbal)

    Problem-Solving: Demonstrate strong problem-solving and negotiation skills

    Detail-Oriented: Pay attention to detail and possess strong organizational skills

    Integrity: Uphold values of integrity and honesty

    Tech-Savvy: Be computer literate and utilize company-provided software programs

    Industry Knowledge: Flooring, construction, or design knowledge is needed

    Urgency: Be responsive, and approach tasks with a sense of urgency

    Availability: Be available for homeowner appointments, including evenings and weekends

    Driver's License: Must hold a valid driver's license

    Compensation:

    · Earning Potential: Strong base salary plus commission, with the potential to earn $100,000+ annually. Pay is results-based, so the upper limit to earnings is uncapped.

    At Floor Coverings International, we take pride in providing an unparalleled, high-touch in-home service for flooring solutions. As pioneers in the industry since 1988, and a nation-wide leader for in-home flooring, we guide our customers through each phase of their flooring project, from conception to installation. Our commitment to providing an exceptional experience is reflected by our outstanding 4.9 out of 5 star local rating, a testament to our relentless pursuit of excellence in customer service.

    If you feel you might be a good fit for our team, please submit your up-to-date resume. We look forward to meeting you!

    This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Floor Coverings International Corporate.