Karvonen's is the lakes area's leading home furnishings store. We sell quality furniture, appliances, & mattresses.We are willing to train great people!We are looking for a motivated and professional individual to join our sales team. As a Sales Consultant and/or Interior Designer, you'll work closely with customers to identify needs and recommend the best possible solution(s).Job Summary
Karvonen's is looking for a Sales Consultant to join our team! As a Sales Consultant, you will be the face of the company dealing with all customer questions about the product and services. It will be your job to keep customers happy and constantly expand your knowledge on new company products, services and policies. You will also be challenged with handling customer concerns or questions and retain customers through excellent customer service. Finally, you will be responsible for the store floor managing the displays, products, and tidiness of the store floor.
Responsibilities:
- Being able to greet customers, answering questions, engaging customers with merchandise, and providing exceptional customer service
- Guiding customers to merchandise within the store
- Organizing and maintaining an orderly appearance throughout the store floor
- Learn & Maintain Strong product/vendor knowledge
- Contribute to the store’s sales goals on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis
- Passionately seek out customers in the store
- Build & maintain customer relationships
Qualifications:
- Proven success in sales or willingness to learn & be trained
- Professional appearance
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Personable and friendly attitude
- Ability to work in fast-paced environments
- Understanding of sales principles (we will train)
Benefits/Perks:
- Monthly Bonus Incentive Program: $3,000-7,000/year additional income on top of salary
- SPIFF Bonus Potential: $4,000-12,000/year additional income on top of salary
- Flexible Scheduling
- Growth and Career Advancement Opportunities
- Great Working Environment
- Paid Vacation (up to 4 weeks)
- Health Care Coverage + Dental and Vision
- Matching 401k Retirement Plan
- Employee Purchase Program
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