Design Associate Jobs in Sandy Springs, GA (NOW HIRING)

Purpose

The Senior Design Consultant is responsible for setting appointments, meeting with customers in store to determine design needs in the selection of tile, wood, stone, and installation products of various colors textures, patterns, and design. Full-Time and Part-Time Positions Available.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Interior Design preferred.
• Minimum of three years (3) of interior design experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job, as determined by the company.
• Prior consultative sales experience.
• Knowledge of hard surface flooring is a plus.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong analytical and communication skills (oral and written).
• Proficient in basic mathematical skills.
• Must be self-motivated and able to multi-task.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to work retail hours to include weekends, and some holidays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Sets appointments and meets with customers in store to determine design needs and formulate a design plan.
• Maintain customer contact at a high level and understand relationship selling, from pre-appointment/initial customer engagement to post purchase follow up
• Seeks new customers by engaging store traffic/walk ins to drive sales and provide exceptional customer service
• Sells tile, wood, stone, installation material, and adjacent categories, that best meet the needs of our customer's style, lifestyle, and budget.
  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of product and installation
• Responsible for understanding, utilizing, and managing design applications i.e.; SketchUp, proprietary Online Design Appointment Scheduler, MyOrder, Salesforce (CRM), etc...
  • Network, participate, in and/or host professional design affiliations to promote F&D i.e. ASID, NKBA. IIDA, etc...
  • Act and work in a manner that is consistent with company's core values.
  • Supports the CEM and Design ADM in modeling and enhancing a seamless sales culture by creating an environment that is friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and efficient for customers.
  • Provides timely feedback on product needs/assortment gaps through partnership with the Design Studio Manager and the SDRM
• Attends PLRs upon request

Working Conditions (travel, hours, environment)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to a warehouse environment and moving vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate to noisy.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

Physical Work - Ability exert 30 - 60 pounds of force occasionally, and or 20-30 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry push, pull, or otherwise move objects. The employee is often required to use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Benefits & Rewards

Bonus opportunities & career advancement opportunities at every level

Programs that help you reach your financial goals: 401k with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and Referral Bonus Program

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and other Insurance Plans (subject to eligibility criteria)

Work-life balance, including:

• Paid vacation and sick time for eligible associates

• Paid holidays plus a personal holiday

• Paid Volunteer Time Off that starts on Day 1

Equal Employment Opportunity

Floor & Decor provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other category protected by law.

This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, compensation, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. This policy and the law prohibit employment discrimination against any associate or applicant on the basis of any legally protected status outlined above.