In-House Stellar Tile Salesperson – Sarasota Position Available In Sarasota, Florida

In-House Stellar Tile Salesperson – Sarasota Florida Design Works Sarasota, FL Florida Design Works is the industry sales leader in flooring, designer tile, custom cabinetry, and stone countertops serving the community for over 55 years. Our beautiful Sarasota showroom is looking for an experienced sales pro to add to our dynamic team. As a Showroom Sales Associate, you will be the face of Florida Design Works for all customers and design professionals visiting our showroom, taking them through the design and selection process for their next remodeling or building project to source the perfect floor, backsplash, accent wall, pool tile and more. We offer In-House Tile Sales Associate – Excellent Starting Salary + monthly commissions Full benefits package after 60 days: Medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, short term disability and more 401K with employer match Paid vacation and holidays Visit us online: Home |

Florida Design Works Key Responsibilities:

Client Engagement & Sales:

Greet clients upon entering the showroom, assess their project needs, and guide them through tile selections. Collaborate with trade partners—such as general contractors, tile installers, builders, remodelers, and interior designers—to assist their referred clients in material selection. Prepare detailed selection sheets, provide product samples, and follow up to finalize selections and generate quotes. Utilize SAP software to create accurate quotes and sales orders, coordinating with purchasing for non-standard items. Manage sales orders from initiation to delivery, ensuring timely fulfillment and customer satisfaction.

Trade Partner Collaboration:

Act as an extension of our trade partners, ensuring their clients receive top-tier service and product recommendations. Maintain open communication with trade professionals to coordinate project timelines and delivery schedules. Follow up post-project completion to gather feedback and explore opportunities for future collaborations.

Showroom Maintenance & Merchandising:

Maintain a clean, organized, and aesthetically pleasing showroom environment. Assist in updating displays, setting up new samples, and removing discontinued products. Stay informed about current design trends and new product offerings to provide up-to-date advice to clients.

Administrative & Communication Duties:

Respond promptly to inquiries via phone, email, and Microsoft Teams, ensuring all client and partner communications are addressed. Collaborate with sales leadership on merchandising strategies and showroom layout improvements. Participate in ongoing training sessions to enhance product knowledge and sales techniques. These duties and responsibilities are not inclusive, and you may be required to assume additional job functions. The Company reserves the right to make changes at any time.

Requirements Employment Requirements:

2+ years of sales experience in an inside sales or high-end retail setting -Tile sales experience preferred Strong computer skills including email, Microsoft Office, SAP, customer account databases, and i

Pad Design Tech/Skills:

Proficient with 20/20, Sketch Up, computer visualization, and free hand sketching is preferred Strong, professional English communication skills. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus A passion for design, home trends, and a general knowledge of the installation process for tile Comfortable working in a fast-paced, self-driven environment and being held to performance standards Ability to learn new skills and information quickly including product knowledge, computer systems, and job-related technology Legally authorized to work for any US employer

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand for long durations, use hands and reach with hands and arms, move about the showroom, and navigate stairs Walk, stand, bend or sit Lift and/or move up to 5-20lbs Routine moving, set-up, and take-down of samples and displays Florida Design Works is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are a Drug-Free and Smoke-Free Workplace. Pre-employment drug-testing is required for all positions. To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Benefits Why Join Us? Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity to work with a dynamic team in the distribution industry Professional growth and development opportunities Exposure to SAP Business One and other leading data management technologies