Design Associate

Design Associate (In-Home & Showroom Sales) Floor Coverings International – San Antonio

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 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+. Compensation: $48,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Floor Coverings International is the #1 mobile flooring franchise in North America. Our unique shop-at-home model allows customers to get perfect new floors without ever leaving their home. Our 400,000+ customers give us an average 4.8 star rating. That's a big reason why we're growing six times faster than our competitors. This rapid growth has increased our immediate need to keep up with demand by increasing the size of our teams. If you are a service-minded individual who loves to have fun – we are the company for you!

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Floor Coverings International Corporate.