Sales Associate - Beautiful Showroom Environment - No Experience Required
L&M Carpet One Floor and Home
- Mechanicsville, VA
- $45,000-100,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Check our customer reviews online - you'll see the culture and environment you'll be joining. Our reviews consistently mention our helpful, non-pushy approach and beautiful showroom atmosphere.What makes L&M sales different:
· No high-pressure tactics or stereotypical sales approach
· Comprehensive training system designed for success
· Beautiful, award-winning showroom environment
· Cutting-edge technology including iPads and interactive displays
· Supportive, collaborative team atmosphere
· 55+ years of business stability and reputation
· Extensive mentoring and coaching from leadership
· Clear advancement opportunities
· 100% health insurance premium paid by companyWe believe sales is about helping customers make the right choices, not pushing products. Our approach focuses on education, consultation, and building relationships that last.SPECIAL INVITATION: We encourage you to stop by our showroom at your convenience to experience our environment and culture firsthand. See our beautiful displays, meet our team, and get a feel for the professional atmosphere you'd be joining. Our reviews mention our welcoming environment - come see why customers and employees love being here.
This isn't just a sales job - it's a career opportunity with a company that invests in people and builds them for long-term success.DutiesWhat you'll actually do:
· Help customers explore flooring options in our beautiful showroom
· Use cutting-edge technology including iPads and interactive touch screens
· Learn to design solutions using room visualizer technology
· Provide expert consultation on flooring choices for homes and businesses
· Build relationships with customers through honest, helpful service
· Follow our proven sales process that customers love
· Participate in comprehensive training program with ongoing mentoring
· Work with interior designers, contractors, and homeowners
· Maintain showroom appearance and product displays
· Develop expertise in carpet, hardwood, LVP, tile, and specialty products
This is consultative selling in a professional environment, not high-pressure tactics in a warehouse setting.RequirementsWhat we're looking for in personality and character:
· Genuine desire to help people make good decisions
· Open to mentoring, coaching, and continuous learning
· Professional appearance and positive attitude
· Strong communication skills and active listening ability
· Reliable and punctual with excellent work ethic
· Comfortable with technology and learning new systems
· Team player who supports colleagues success
· Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
· Valid driver's license required
· Pass background check
We hire for character over experience - the rest we can teach:
· No sales experience required - we prefer to train our way
· No flooring knowledge required - we'll make you an expert
· College degree helpful but not required
· Previous customer service experience valued but not mandatoryNice To HavesBonus qualifications:
· Any customer service experience
· Interest in interior design or home improvement
· Technology comfort and willingness to learn new systems
· Previous retail or hospitality experience
· Creative problem-solving abilities
· Interest in building long-term customer relationshipsBenefitsComplete compensation and career package:
· Base salary plus commission structure designed for success
· Average team earnings over $80,000 annually
· Top performers exceed $100,000+ annually
· 100% health insurance premium coverage paid by company
· Multiple health insurance packages available
· Dental insurance available
· Simple IRA retirement plan with company matching
· Paid vacation time
· Paid holidays
· Professional development and training opportunities
· Beautiful work environment in award-winning showroom
Technology and tools provided:
· iPad for customer presentations and product information
· Interactive touch screen displays for design work
· Room visualizer technology for customer consultations
· Comprehensive product training and certification programs
· Access to latest flooring industry technology and trends
Career development advantages:
· Family-owned business since 1969 with proven stability
· Outstanding customer reviews reflecting our culture and approach
· Award-winning showroom environment recognized for design excellence
· Extensive mentoring from experienced leadership who love developing young talent
· Clear advancement paths within growing company
· Supportive team environment where everyone succeeds together
· Member of largest floor-covering cooperative providing ongoing trainingAbout UsFounded in 1969, L&M Carpet One has grown to be one of the largest, privately-owned new construction, commercial and residential floor-covering, ceiling and bathroom remodel companies in central Virginia. Possessing vast experience, award-winning customer service, technical expertise, a membership in the largest floor-covering cooperative in the world, and quality installations, their company continues to year after year.As a local-family owned business, their mission and passion have, an continue to be, to create an environment that their team can enjoy being a part of, to provide ample opportunity for continued success and to develop a reputation in the community that their team can take pride in.