Design Associate

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company car
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off

Job Title: Design Associate (In-Home & Showroom Sales)

Company: Floor Coverings International- San Antonio

Location:

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+.