Sales Consultant - CA

Position Overview

French Bros. Flooring America in Oakland, CA is seeking a Sales Consultant to join their extraordinary team. As a family-owned business established in 1954 in the San Francisco Bay Area, they specialize in selling and installing both commercial and residential floors as well as ready-made window coverings. If you have a passion for people, effective decision-making abilities, and a flair for design, this career opportunity is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding customer service while identifying overall flooring and design needs.
• Build strong client relationships and follow up with both new and existing customers.
• Schedule appointments for design consultations in the showroom, at clients’ homes, or workplaces.
• Keep up to date on the available selection of products and services.
• Gather space measurements, calculate material requirements, create and present project proposals, schedule installations, and ensure quality control throughout projects.
• Communicate with vendors to determine product specifications and availability.
• Provide accurate notes and photographs to ensure clear communication with subcontractors.
• Utilize social media platforms to build and maintain a professional network.
• Manage time efficiently between showroom responsibilities and prospecting for new business.
• Maintain the showroom by keeping samples, displays, and common areas neat and updated.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-4 years of proven work experience in retail sales, outside sales, furniture sales, interior design, construction management, or a similar role.
• Valid driver’s license and a reliable form of transportation.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook).
• Basic computer, social media, and math skills.
• Proper phone etiquette, a positive attitude, and exceptional communication skills.
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, time management, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to respond quickly to customers’ needs while juggling multiple priorities.
• Ability to read floor plan drawings and create project estimates (training provided if needed).
• Familiarity with the flooring and design industry and RFMS (training provided if needed) is a plus.

Benefits & Perks

• Base Salary: $52,000 + Commission
• Earning potential of $80K to $120K annually
• Full time position – 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• 30 days of paid training and 30 days mentorship program
• Flexible scheduling
• Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan with up to 3% company contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Monthly travel reimbursement for company-related tasks
• Company mobile device and iPad provided
• Employee discounts on products and services
• Opportunities for growth within the organization
• Biweekly sales meetings
• Seasonal team activities and community outreach