Flooring, Kitchen & Bath Salesperson - Spirit Lake

Summary
SALESPERSON POSITION OVERVIEW
Each of our showrooms is staffed by a team of Certified Flooring Professionals who sell a wide variety of products and help customers navigate the floor buying process. The ideal candidate for this position is an outgoing individual who enjoys working with people and has sales and/or customer service experience. We offer a fun, flexible work environment, plus a free training program to get you up to speed and provide the tools you need to succeed.
ABOUT US:
Our family-owned flooring business began in Carroll, Iowa back in 1954 with one man, and one vision. Today we have 4 locations - Carroll, Ames, Spirit Lake, and Urbandale, selling all types of flooring, window fashions, and more. As a proud member of the Carpet One co-op, we have the buying power of the nation?s largest flooring retailer.
Please do NOT attempt to call the local store directly. They are not equipped to deal with walk-in applicants and it will NOT improve your chance for consideration.
Carpet One Floor & Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All inquiries are kept strictly confidential.
Duties
JOB DESCRIPTION
The basic description of this position is ?selling flooring and window coverings," but each of our stores carries a different mix of products, so at some locations that could include selling mattresses, kitchen & bath products such as cabinets, countertops, and more.
Regardless of the type of products, here are some examples of what our salespeople do every day:

• Network outside of work to build professional relationships in the local community
• Greet customers in the showroom and work with them to identify their needs.
• Effectively manage multiple projects and shifting deadlines
• Research product availability & pricing, and put together a quote
• Stay up-to-date on a wide variety of products, and be able to clearly communicate the features, benefits, and warranties
• Provide outstanding customer service before, during, and after the sale
• Present the quote to the customer, answering any questions
• Visit customer?s home to measure rooms, determine flooring needs, and offer design advice
• Communicate project details to installers who will be doing the work

Requirements
JOB QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
This position requires someone with at least some sales and/or customer service experience and strong people skills. Flooring industry experience is always preferred, and for some openings it may be a requirement. Other requirements for this position include:

• Valid driver?s license and access to reliable transportation
• Professionalism - dependability, accountability & punctuality
• Basic computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office, and a willingness to learn our retail software

Benefits
PAY & BENEFITS
Our sales pay structure includes a guaranteed base salary, plus bonuses and most salespeople earn between $45,000 - $75,000+ per year.
Full-time benefits for this position include:

• 401 K
• Paid Time Off
• Multiple Insurance Options
• Flexible spending account
• Employee discounts

About Us

The Carpet One Floor & Home stores in Carroll, Ames, Spirit Lake and Urbandale are owned and operated by the Bierl family of Carroll, Iowa. We are your local "home design headquarters" with a huge selection of the latest carpet, hardwood, luxury vinyl, ceramic tile, laminate, window coverings and more!