Retail Sales Associate

Job Snapshot
Location:
Lakeland, FL 33801 (map it!Map it! )
Employee Type:
Permanent
Industry:
Manufacturing
Retail
Sales - Marketing
Manages Others:
No
Sector:
Retail - Wholesale
Sales
Other
Education:
GCSE/Equivalent
Experience:
At least 1 year(s)
Travel:
None
Post Date:
16/11/2009
Contact Information
Ref ID:
SalesLakeland
Description
At Ashley Furniture HomeStores Your Career is Pointed in the Right Direction!


#1 Selling Home Furniture Brand in North America

Vision Statement

We want to be the best furniture company!


Mission Statement

* Improve Quality * Reduce Cost * Do More Business * Be Profitable * Stay in Business

Ashley Furniture Homestore, the #1 furniture store, is seeking Sales Associates for our Lakeland facility. We are seeking associates that are customer focused, energetic, and outgoing to drive our business. You determine your earning potential in this commissioned-based selling environment. We offer an excellent commission structure, with opportunities to increase your income potential. Training is provided and paid for by Ashley.

Job Description
Below is a list of tasks this position is required to facilitate.


  • To meet and greet customers, discover their needs, and present our merchandise.
  • Produce and maintain a level of sales goals required by management and Ashley Furniture's by serving customers, selling products, and meeting customer needs.
  • Give suggestions, increase sales with add on items and accessories, and close customer selections.
  • Explain special financing plans, delivery procedures, warranties, etc.
  • Entice customers per management plans and own incentive (personal contacts, letters, thank you notes, special promotion contacts).
  • Coordinate delivery with customer and warehouse personnel. Follow-up with customers on a timely basis after the delivery.
  • Complete appropriate paperwork for all sales
  • Responsible for security of store and store merchandise.

Benefits
Ashley invests in the latest production equipment, transportation, design systems and business tools. We also invest in people. Below is a list of some of the benefits that Ashley offers to employees.

  • Competitive Pay Scales
  • Bonuses and Rewards Based on Performance
  • Opportunities to Advance in Your Career
  • Internal Training Programs
  • Health & Dental Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug free working environment.
Requirements Below is a list of requirements/qualifications necessary to be considered for this position.


  • 1 year sales experience, preferably in sales, retail, and/or furniture
  • Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred
  • Desire to work with the public.
  • Flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Dependable, responsible contributor who is committed to excellence and success
  • Team player that thrives in customer service, ability to effectively prioritize and adapts to change.
  • Highly adaptable, positive, resilient, who is open to new ideas.
  • Desire to work in a draw commission based sales environment.
  • These full time opportunities include a full training program to help you succeed.

While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted.

Please provide salary history and expectation along with your application or resume.

At Ashley Furniture employees are treated with respect, helped to succeed through support and training, and encouraged to grow personally and professionally. Come realize your potential.
Your future is here!

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