Now Hiring - L&M Carpet One - Entry Level Sales Consultant in Mechanicsville, VA

Full description of the position

L &M Carpet One Floor & Home - Mechanicsville, VA Stop Grinding in Dead-End Jobs. Start Building a Real Career. If you're stuck in restaurants, retail, or customer service wondering when you'll actually make real money - this is your opportunity. We're hiring someone who's ready to level up. The Real Numbers - Here's Exactly What You'll Earn: Starting

Compensation

Plan:

• $30,000 salary + 2% bonus on installed sales after first $30K
• Quick transition to higher earning plan (most people switch within 90 days) Main

Compensation

Plan:

• $20,000 salary + 15% commission on gross profit
• First-year realistic earnings: $55K-$75K
• Average team earnings: $80K+ annually
• Top performers: $100K+ annually
• 100% health insurance premium paid by company (This alone saves you $400-600/month) Additional

Benefits

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• Simple IRA with company matching
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Dental insurance available
• Professional development and ongoing training
• Beautiful, professional work environment The Schedule That Doesn't Destroy Your Life:
• Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm
• Every other Saturday: 10am-5pm (with scheduled weekday off that week)
• No nights, no Sunday shifts, no crazy retail chaos
• Actual work-life balance If you're coming from restaurants or retail, imagine having consistent hours and weekends to actually live your life. Hear From Someone Who Was In Your Shoes: Ashton joined us with zero sales or flooring experience: " Working at L&M Carpet One has proved that even a young person who is willing to learn and apply basic principles can make a great living in an exciting and creative industry. I feel confident that my work is genuinely helping enrich the local community and leading my customer to make the best investment for their future. Not only would I say working at L&M has helped me become an effective consultant, but also formed me to be a bigger thinker and more caring person." What Makes This Different From Typical Sales Jobs: No High-Pressure Tactics
• We teach consultative selling, not aggressive closing techniques
• Our 55.5% close rate (vs 35% industry average) proves our approach works
• Customers love us - check our online reviews Comprehensive Training System
• We prefer NO sales experience (so we can teach you the right way)
• Extensive mentoring from leadership who actually care about developing you
• Ongoing coaching and support
• You'll become a flooring expert even if you don't know anything now Professional Environment
• Award-winning showroom (not a warehouse)
• Cutting-edge technology: iPads, interactive displays, room visualizer tech
• Beautiful work environment customers and employees love
• Supportive team that wins together Real Career Path
• Family-owned since 1969 (55+ years of stability)
• Clear advancement opportunities
• Member of largest floor-covering cooperative (ongoing training and resources) What You'll Actually Do Day-to-Day:
• Help customers explore flooring options in our beautiful showroom
• Use iPads and interactive touch screens for presentations
• Learn to design solutions using room visualizer technology
• Provide expert consultation on flooring for homes and businesses
• Build relationships through honest, helpful service
• Follow our proven sales process that customers actually enjoy
• Work with interior designers, contractors, and homeowners
• Maintain showroom displays
• Develop expertise in carpet, hardwood, LVP, tile, and specialty products This is professional consulting in a beautiful environment - not pushing products in a high-pressure setting. Who We're Looking For: Personality & Character (More Important Than Experience):
• Genuine desire to help people make good decisions
• Open to mentoring, coaching, and continuous learning
• Professional appearance and positive attitude
• Strong communication and active listening skills
• Reliable, punctual, excellent work ethic
• Comfortable with technology and learning new systems
• Team player who supports colleagues' success
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail Must-Haves:
• Valid driver's license
• Pass background check
• Comfortable working with technology Nice-to-Haves:
• Customer service experience (waitress, hospitality, retail)
• Interest in interior design or home improvement We DON'T Require:
• Sales experience (we prefer to train our way)
• Flooring knowledge (we'll make you an expert)
• College degree (helpful but not mandatory) Why People With Customer Service Backgrounds Thrive Here: If you've been a server, bartender, retail worker, or any customer-facing role - you already have the foundation. You know how to:
• Read people and build rapport
• Handle difficult situations professionally
• Manage multiple priorities
• Work in a fast-paced environment We teach you the rest. Plus, imagine having consistent hours and making 2-3x what you're making now. Technology & Tools We Provide:
• iPad for customer presentations and product info
• Interactive touch screen displays for design work
• Room visualizer technology for consultations
• Comprehensive product training and certifications
• Access to latest flooring industry technology Next Steps - Come See For Yourself: SPECIAL INVITATION: Stop by our showroom at 6156 Mechanicsville Turnpike Mechanicsville, VA 23111 during business hours. Experience our environment firsthand. Meet the team. See our beautiful displays. Ask real questions. Get a feel for the professional atmosphere you'd be joining. Our reviews consistently mention our welcoming environment - come see why customers and employees love being here. About L &M Carpet One Floor & Home:
• Family-owned since 1969
• Award-winning showroom design
• Outstanding customer reviews (check them out online)
• Member of Carpet One cooperative (largest floor-covering buying group)
• 55+ years of business stability and reputation in Mechanicsville and the Greater Richmond Area 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. Pay: $55,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits

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• 401(k) 3% Match
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance Application Question(s):
• How many years of sales experience do you have?
• Do you have experience selling any of the following? Flooring (carpet, hardwood, tile, LVP) Home improvement (kitchen, bath, roofing, windows) In-home sales (furniture, appliances, HVAC) Retail sales (showroom, big-box, specialty retail) B2B or outside sales No relevant experience
• This is a commission-based sales role with a draw. Are you comfortable with commission-based compensation?
• This role requires availability Monday-Friday plus occasional Saturdays. Does this work with your schedule?
• Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Work Location: In person