Sales Design Associate

Job Title

Design Associate

Reports To:

Franchisee/Sales Manager
Status:
Full-time

Floor Coverings International Winter Garden provides the BEST in‑home flooring experience in North America and is a fast growing turnkey flooring provider. We need a sales rep with excellent communication skills, experience, and savvy to meet new clients in their homes and sell them our services and flooring products.

To thrive in this role, you’ll need to be self‑motivated, work independently, communicate well, be highly organized and enjoy a team atmosphere. We are looking for an individual who isn’t afraid to work really hard. Experience in the flooring industry is a plus but not required. The right individual will play a key part in the expansion of this company and will have the opportunity to grow as the company grows.

• Cell Phone Allowance
• Annual Company Convention
• Gas Coverage
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Training & development

• Base salary: $50,000
• Commission and bonus structure
• High earning potential: approx. 30% of first‑year salespeople earned over $100,000

• Comprehensive paid training program
• Electronic measuring device provided
• iPad Tablet used for estimating
• In‑home mobile tablet for estimating – professional use only

Full‑time with flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends.

• Mobile flooring showroom (kept presentable, clean, and organized)
• Company van (mobile showroom) for appointments
• Company phone number via Quo application
• Uniform (logo) shirts and name tags; casual Docker pants/shorts purchased by employee

• Act as single point of contact for all types of flooring service requests
• Visit client homes to discuss flooring projects
• Follow the Sales System with devices and software
• Coordinate installation times and communication schedule with Office Manager/Project Manager
• Assist with ordering of products
• Communicate customer needs to Install Manager
• Return to finished jobs for final walk‑through and payment collection
• Re‑visit finished jobs 5–10 days later to inspect, capture reference photos, and request referrals
• Engage in ongoing training/educational requirements (may involve travel at company expense)
• Participate in BNI, Chambers, and other networking events to build relationships
• Generate 50% of own leads after 6 months of employment (company will provide guidance)
• Attend weekly Level 10 team meetings and sales meetings
• Improve customer service, perception, and satisfaction
• Respond quickly to customer requests
• Work in a team environment and communicate effectively

• Sales experience: 3–5+ years in‑home and/or outside sales
• Strong drive to exceed sales targets
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Competitive spirit and strong drive to succeed
• Strong problem‑solving and negotiation skills
• Networking experience
• Effective public speaking and confident presence
• Knowledge of flooring, construction, or design is advantageous
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Availability for homeowner appointments in evenings and weekends

• College degree
• Spanish speaking

• Sitting 80% (office, client homes, driving)
• Standing/walking 20%
• Moderate office noise levels
• Lift up to 25 pounds for sample kits
• Handles frequent client interactions
• Must hear telephonic equipment and communicate comfortably by phone and in person
• Near vision for detail work on software and office machines

• Demo rate: 75% (Leads Issued / Demos)
• Close rate: 45% (Demos / Gross Sales)
• Attend all practice/sales meetings unless sick or on vacation
• Set‑up call on all appointments
• Present company story on all demos
• Show financing options on all appointments
• Follow‑up relentlessly on all appointments
• Meet with 2 B2B2C weekly and spend 5 hours prospecting

Flexible work from home options available.