Interior Design or Sales

Description: We have a fun and enjoyable work environment so bring your positive attitude, use your interior design skills, and be part of this winning team at Wisconsin's LARGEST family-owned flooring store. We all work better when we're having fun on the job. If you have experience in interior design, floor covering sales, home improvement sales, real estate sales, home building or remodeling industry, or any sales background this opportunity could be a great fit for you. At Carpet City you will have many great opportunities to pursue sales due to our tremendous buying power as the LARGEST flooring store(s) in Wisconsin and established clientele. You have unlimited earning potential. Summary: Direct and assist customers with desirable floor covering, custom tile shower, and backsplash tile options. Achieve maximum sales, profitability, and account penetration within an assigned store by effectively helping customers find their desired products, and selling the company’s products and/or related services using interior design skills through a software-based program. Promote/sell/secure orders from existing and prospective customers through a relationship-based approach. Maintain a very large repeat and referral customer base by offering superior customer service. Demonstrate products and services to existing/potential customers and assist them in selecting those best suited to their needs. Duties: · Promote, sell, and secure orders from existing and prospective customers through a relationship-based approach. · Demonstrate products and services to existing and potential customers, assisting them in selecting products best suited to their needs. · Establish, develop, and maintain business relationships with current and prospective customers in the assigned store to generate new business. · Participate in face-to-face meetings and phone calls to address customer inquiries and promote product sales. · Research sources for developing prospective customers and determining their potential. · Develop clear and effective quotations for current and prospective customers. · Prioritize and resolve customer issues and complaints promptly. · Plan and organize personal sales strategy to maximize the Return on Time Investment. · Follow-up with customers after all points of contact. · Provide management with oral and written reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services. · Effectively navigate and utilize role related software programs. · Stay abreast of product applications, technical services, market conditions, competitive activities, advertising, and promotional trends through pertinent literature and consultations with marketing and technical service areas. · Demonstrate the ability to perform and maintain KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators) and metrics. Benefits: • Ongoing support around the clock • Endless opportunities for you to pursue outside sales with no compensation cap. • Commission payout every two weeks on closed & collected jobs. Additional manufacturer bonuses are available too. • Skilled installation crews provided • Great financing options for our customers • High closing percentage because of our tremendous buying power, our customers know who we are and are ready to buy now! It is up to us to build trust and help them choose the right products to meet their needs. • 401(k) matching • Dental Insurance • Employee discount • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Requirements: COMPETENCIES: · Excellent verbal and written communication skills. · Proficiency in Windows and MS Office software preferred. · Proficiency in mathematics to identify the square footage of rooms for carpet and hard surfaces. · Demonstrated aptitude for problem- solving with a consultative sales approach. · Results-oriented and able to work independently and within a team environment. · Strong interpersonal skills for building and maintaining professional relationships with team members and customers. · Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. · Self-motivated with a high degree of initiative. · Strong organizational skills with effective task prioritization. · Adaptable and open to change. WORK ENVIRONMENT: · Work is performed inside the office on the sales floor. · Work may be performed off-site at customers location PHYSICAL DEMANDS: · Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. · Must be able to lift 50 pounds without restrictions. TRAVEL REQUIRED: · Travel may be required to customers’ home or other store locations. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: · High School Diploma or Equivalent. PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: · Associate or bachelor’s degree in related field. · 2-5 years of experience in related field. ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: · Unrestricted driver’s license. WORK AUTHORIZATIONS: Eligible to work in the United Sates