Job Description
Contempo Floor Coverings is a trusted leader in the flooring industry, delivering exceptional design-forward solutions to architects, interior designers, builders, and homeowners. With nearly five decades of experience and two Los Angeles showrooms, we’re driven by a passion for high-quality products, outstanding service, and meaningful relationships.
We’re looking for a Showroom Sales & Design Consultant to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong design sensibility who enjoys working directly with clients in a showroom environment. You’ll guide customers through flooring and textile options, provide creative recommendations, and ensure they feel confident in their selections.
What You’ll Do
- Support Clients in the Showroom: Welcome walk-in customers, listen carefully to their needs, and recommend flooring, carpet, rugs that align with their vision.
- Provide Design Guidance: Assist clients in visualizing how various products, textures, and finishes will integrate into their space.
- Prepare Quotes & Proposals: Translate design conversations into clear, professional proposals, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
- Coordinate Projects: Work with our operations and installation teams to ensure a smooth customer experience from selection to completion.
- Stay Current: Keep up-to-date with our products, design trends, and materials to offer informed and stylish recommendations.
- Build Relationships: Develop lasting connections with homeowners, designers, and trade professionals who visit the showroom.
Requirements
- Experience in Interior Design or Related Field: Formal design education or hands-on showroom/design sales experience.
- Proven Sales Ability: At least 2–3 years of retail, showroom, or design sales experience with measurable results.
- Customer-Facing Skills: Comfortable engaging with walk-in clients and trade professionals; excellent presentation and communication skills.
- Technical Knowledge: Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with CRM systems or estimating software preferred.
- Organizational Strength: Ability to manage multiple clients/projects simultaneously with attention to detail.
- Availability: Ability to work showroom hours, including some Saturdays.
- Professional Appearance & Demeanor: A polished presence that reflects our design-forward brand.