Sell floors, make a great living, and make a great life.
We are looking for an experienced Flooring Design Associate to help us take our locally-owned flooring retail business to a new level in 2024. The right person for this job has direct flooring experience, in-home sales experience, and loves helping people. Other than that, the only major qualification is that you are motivated to improve yourself and your life. We work constantly on improving as a team, and that’s what makes us successful.
- Are you tired of working for a company that does not prioritize your customer’s experience?
- Do you feel like your employer isn’t really focused on how your job can be a growth opportunity for YOU?
- Do you wish you could be part of a team where “enjoying the ride” is a core value that we really live by?
Floor Coverings International is a network of 250 locally-owned businesses, and together we are the #1 rated flooring retailer in North America. Across hundreds of locations, dozens of online ratings sites, and tens of thousands of reviews, we average a rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars. Unlike many of our competitors, we are not a “churn & burn” culture – we try to provide a 5-star experience to every customer we meet with, and the top salespeople in our network have a close rate of ~70%.
We opened our doors in Albuquerque at the end of September 2023, and have had a great first few months in business. Our local husband-and-wife ownership team is as ambitious about workplace culture as we are about providing our customers with the very best flooring experience in Albuquerque. We want everyone who works with us to feel good about their role and about what we do as a team, and we want everyone involved to grow (yes, that means financially, but it also means quality of life and career opportunity). We have put many years of preparation into setting this business – and this position – up for success.
The Design Associate position will work closely with our local owner/operator and our Office Manager. If this is the job for you, please apply and let us know why!
Perks and Benefits:
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Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a strong base salary plus commissions.
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Comprehensive Training: We provide paid training to equip you for success.
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Flexible Full-Time Hours: Work full-time with flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends.
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Paid Time Off: Take advantage of paid time off to recharge.
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Annual Company Convention: Earn the opportunity to attend our annual company convention in Mexico.
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Company Van: Utilize a company van (mobile showroom) for work appointments.
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Gas Coverage: The company covers your gas expenses.
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High Earning Potential: Approximately 30% of our first-year salespeople earn over $100,000.
Key Responsibilities:
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Client Engagement: Visit clients in their homes to discuss their flooring projects.
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Sales System: Utilize our sales system with the help of a tablet, laptop, and software.
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Customer Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for all flooring service inquiries.
- Installation Coordination: Coordinate installation schedules and communication with the Office Manager.
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Customer Satisfaction: Ensure customer needs and expectations are met, collaborating with the Install Manager for smooth project execution.
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Relationship Building and Lead Generation: Develop lasting customer relationships and cultivate key referral sources for ongoing business growth.
What We Are Looking For:
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Sales Experience: 3-5 years of in-home sales.
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Flooring Experience: direct experience in the flooring industry
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Drive and Determination: Use competitive drive to exceed sales targets.
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Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
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Independence and Teamwork: Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
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Competitive Spirit: Embrace competition and have a strong drive to succeed.
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Problem-Solving: Demonstrate strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
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Detail-Oriented: Pay attention to detail and possess strong organizational skills.
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Integrity: Uphold values of integrity and honesty.
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Tech-Savvy: Be computer literate and self-motivated.
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Public Speaking: Comfortable speaking confidently in public.
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Industry Knowledge: Flooring, construction, and/or design knowledge is advantageous.
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Ambition: Desire to become part of our "family" and make a six-figure income.
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Urgency: Approach tasks with a sense of urgency.
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Driver's License: Hold a valid driver's license.
Compensation:
- Earning Potential: Salespeople in our network average $60,000-$80,000 , with top performers earning well over $100,000.
Flexible work from home options available.