Retail Sales Associate / Design Consultant (Flooring Sales)
SummaryNow Hiring: Sales Professionals Who Want to Earn Based on PerformanceAre you a sales-driven professional who enjoys design, working with people, and closing deals?We’re looking for a Retail Sales Associate / Design Consultant to join our team—someone who wants more than hourly pay and is motivated by uncapped earning potential.Why This Role Stands OutWork with a top flooring retailer in the Ocala marketBacked by the largest flooring cooperative in the worldSell high-demand home improvement products (flooring, kitchens, baths)Warm leads + showroom traffic (not 100% cold sales)Strong repeat and referral business pipelinePerformance-based income with real upsideDutiesKey ResponsibilitiesEngage showroom customers and convert traffic into salesConduct needs assessments and recommend flooring/design solutionsSell products including carpet, hardwood, luxury vinyl plank (LVP), tile, and area rugsPrepare quotes, proposals, and sales ordersFollow up consistently to close deals and maintain relationshipsCoordinate projects from sale through installationProspect for new business through networking and referralsMaintain showroom presentation and product knowledgeWhat Success Looks LikeBuilds trust quickly with customersManages multiple projects without losing attention to detailFollows a structured sales process from consultation → measure → closeGenerates repeat business and referralsTakes ownership of income and resultsRequirementsQualificationsRequired:Retail sales, in-home sales, or commission sales experienceStrong communication and closing skillsSelf-motivated with a results-driven mindsetAbility to work weekends and flexible hoursReliable transportation for occasional in-home appointmentsPreferred:Experience in flooring, home improvement, or interior designKnowledge of products like LVP, hardwood, tile, or carpetCRM or sales software experienceWork EnvironmentCombination of showroom sales + customer-facing consultationsFast-paced, team-oriented settingHigh customer interactionBenefitsBenefitsCompetitive compensation structurePaid training and product educationCareer advancement opportunitiesEstablished brand with strong local reputationApply TodaySubmit your:ResumeBrief cover letterCompensation expectationsQualified candidates will be contacted promptly.Equal Opportunity EmployerAbout UsCarpet One Floor & Home has long been regarded as the premier flooring store in Ocala, FL, The Villages and surrounding communities. Locally owned and operated for more than 30 years, we are known for our superior customer service, and professional staff. Because we belong to the largest floor covering cooperative in the world, we are able to offer the very best flooring products and competitive pricing in a high-volume showroom, with only the most qualified installers. Carpet One Floor & Home offers the largest selection of carpet, hardwood, laminate, ceramic tile, luxury vinyl plank, cabinets and countertops. Our work doesn't end after our customers leave the store and we've left their homes. Being local gives Carpet One Floor & Home the flexibility to act as a resource before, during, and long after the sale and installation of our customer's flooring.Carpet One Floor & Home runs the store with the philosophy of maintaining a superior level of quality, selection, training, and customer service to Ocala and the surrounding communities. We believe in creating a family friendly work environment, where each person is an integral member of the team, yet responsible for his or her own results and earning potential. We are proud of our heritage and would like to find an individual who will excel and prosper in a fast-paced retail environment becoming a valued member of our team.