Job Title: Design Associate (In-Home & Showroom Sales)
Company: Floor Coverings International – San AntonioLocation: 18720 Stone Oak Parkway, Suite #113 San Antonio, TX 78258
About Us
Floor Coverings International is the #1 in-home flooring company in North America, offering premium flooring solutions with a unique mobile showroom and design-focused sales experience. Our San Antonio showroom serves as a hub for walk-in clients, design consultations, and community engagement.
We are looking for a motivated Design Associate who thrives in customer-facing sales, enjoys working both in a showroom and in customers’ homes, and wants to grow with a high-performance local business.
Position Summary
The Design Associate is responsible for driving sales through showroom walk-ins, in-home consultations, and community-based lead generation. This role blends retail sales, in-home design consulting, and business development.
You will guide customers through flooring selections, provide design guidance, prepare estimates, and close sales while delivering an outstanding customer experience.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Customer Experience
- Engage walk-in customers at the showroom and guide them through flooring selections
- Conduct Shop-At-Home and on-site consultations using our mobile showroom
- Educate customers on flooring options, materials, pricing, and installation process
- Build trust and close sales through consultative selling
- Follow up with leads, proposals, and active customers to maximize conversion
Business Development & Community Engagement
- Participate in local marketing and community outreach activities
- Generate new leads through networking, events, and local partnerships
- Represent Floor Coverings International professionally in the community
Operational & Administrative
- Accurately document customer information, measurements, and selections
- Coordinate with internal production and operations teams
- Maintain showroom organization and product displays
- Use company systems and technology to manage leads and sales activity
Schedule
- Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- (Some flexibility required for in-home appointments)
Compensation
- Base Salary + Sales Commission
- Uncapped earning potential based on performance
What We Provide
- Comprehensive paid training (sales, products, and systems)
- Company vehicle for in-home sales appointments
- Company credit card for gas and approved lead-generation activities
- Company-provided computer, tablet, and branded apparel
- 401(k) plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Qualifications
- Proven experience in retail sales, preferably in home improvement
- Experience in brick-and-mortar retail and/or in-home sales
- Strong communication, presentation, and closing skills
- Professional appearance and customer-first mindset
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Preferred (but not required):
- Flooring industry knowledge or experience
- Background in design, remodeling, or construction-related sales
Why Join Us?
- Established national brand with strong local ownership
- High-quality leads and a proven sales process
- Clear earning potential and growth opportunities
- Supportive, professional, and performance-driven environment
Pay: Potential earnings are $60,000 for the average sales rep. Above average reps earn $80,000 to $100,000+.