Design Associate

  • Santiago de Cali
  • Floor Coverings International, Ltd.
Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Company car
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Donation matching
  • Flexible schedule
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
Our unique shop-at-home model allows customers to get perfect new floors without leaving their home and our 350,000+ customers give us an average of 4.9 star rating. That's a big reason why we are growing six times faster than our competitors and why we have an immediate need to hire Sales / Design Associates across the nation. We are looking for hard-working, service-minded individuals who love to have fun.To thrive in this role, you’ll need to be self-motivated, an independent worker, a great communicator, highly organized, and enjoy a team atmosphere. We are looking for an individual who isn’t afraid to work hard, including some evenings and weekends. 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. Serious inquiries should have sales experience with a proven track record or college degree. Design Associate Key Responsibilities:
  • Go out to client’s homes and meet with them regarding their flooring project
  • Follow our Sales System using our tablet, laptop, and software (non-negotiable)
  • Act as the single point of contact to the customer for all types of flooring service requests
  • Coordinate installation time and communication schedule with Office Manager as needed
  • Communicate customer needs/expectations to Install Manager to make jobs go smoothly
  • Ability to maintain customer relationships and develop key referral sources to generate ongoing business
  • Engage in on-going training/educational requirements (may involve travel at company expense)
  • Develop business partner relationships for ongoing business
  • Generate leads through networking and prospecting to supplement company-provided leads
Relevant skills and qualifications that would be beneficial:
  • Knowledge of Shaw, Mohawk, Hartco, Cali, Engineered Hardwood
  • Experience with flooring or related industry
  • Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills
  • Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Possess values of integrity and honesty
Benefits:
  • Base + Commission + Bonus
  • Cell Phone provided or allowance
  • Paid training provided
  • Full-time, flexible hours- some evenings and weekends required
  • PTO
  • Holiday Pay
  • Annual company convention in Mexico (if annual sales meet or exceed sales goal)
  • Company van (mobile showroom) for work appointments (gas and regular maintenance provided)
  • Company attire
  • Family culture
Requirements:
  • Valid U.S. Driver's License and clean driving record
  • Willingness to complete background checks and drug screenings
  • Ability to work some weeknights and weekends, holidays are optional
  • Build a network to provide multiple leads/consultations a week
  • 2+ years of in-home or outside sales experience
  • Motivated to advance to a sales manager position, with responsibilities including recruitment, hiring, training, and management of a sales team
Qualifications:
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface with clients, vendors, and colleagues
  • Strong project management skills with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Self-motivated individual with a positive attitude
  • Time management and organizational skills
  • An interest in making a six-figure income and willingness to work to get it
  • A competitive nature with a drive to succeed, a 'hunter mentality'
  • Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to use competitive drive and determination to meet and exceed sales targets
This is a full-time Design Associate role in a hybrid work environment. As a design associate, you will be responsible for communicating with clients, managing projects, creating and presenting proposals, and coordinating installations. This position requires travel (a company van will be supplied) across our region to complete in-home appointments and provide proposals to customers on-site. The work van provided will carry samples of all flooring products we can order for our customers so they can view the products in their own homes during the appointment.
Pay: Potential earnings are $90,000 for the average Design Associate. Above-average Design Associates earn $115,000 to $150,000+.

This is a remote position.

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