Bob's Discount Furniture

Retail Sales Associate

Bob's Discount Furniture$65K — $100K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong interpersonal skills and motivation
  • Basic computer proficiency
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Flexibility in retail scheduling
  • Previous retail or commission-based sales experience preferred
  • Bilingual communication skills an asset
  • Passion for home design and interior décor

Responsibilities

  • Engage customers with active listening and personalized service
  • Build relationships and follow up with clients
  • Apply consultative selling techniques to meet customer needs
  • Collaborate with team members to enhance the shopping experience
  • Adapt to various retail schedules and maintain high energy
  • Utilize digital tools and point-of-sale systems effectively
  • Organize tasks and manage time efficiently

Benefits

  • Hourly Advance / Draw vs. Commission pay structure
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Employer-paid and voluntary Life Insurance options
  • 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with generous match
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick days, holidays, and your birthday
  • Employee Assistance Program and Emergency Support Programs
  • Exclusive Employee Discounts
  • Flexible retail schedules
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Title
Retail Sales Associate

Job Overview
Our Retail Sales Associates are a driving force behind Bob's Discount Furniture's success and expansion. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time opportunities, you'll find a supportive, fun, and team-oriented environment at Bob's. As a Retail Sales Associate, you'll help customers bring their home design dreams to life while delivering world-class service in a low-pressure, gimmick-free atmosphere-just the way Bob's intended!

What You'll Bring to Bob's
At Bob's Discount Furniture, we value the unique skills and experiences that each candidate brings. Success in this role is driven by a combination of customer service ability, interpersonal skills, and a passion for helping others. If you enjoy working with people, are energized by a sales environment, and love home décor, this role is for you!

Key Skills for Success
To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate strengths in the following skill areas:

Core Competencies & Expertise
  • Customer Engagement and Active Listening
  • Relationship Building and Client Follow-Up
  • Consultative Selling and Product Knowledge Application
  • Team Collaboration and Communication
  • Adaptability to Retail Schedules and High-Energy Environments
  • Comfort with Digital Tools and Point-of-Sale Systems
  • Organizational Skills and Time Management
  • Problem Solving and Goal Orientation


Preferred Competencies & Skills
  • Previous retail or commission-based sales experience
  • Bilingual communication skills
  • Passion for home design and interior décor
  • Experience with customer relationship management tools or systems


How We Will Support Your Success
We know you have many choices when it comes to your career. At Bob's, we invest in your growth, well-being, and career advancement.

Benefits & Perks
  • Hourly Advance / Draw vs. Commission pay structure
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Employer-paid and voluntary Life Insurance options
  • 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with generous match
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick days, holidays, and your birthday!
  • Employee Assistance Program and Emergency Support Programs (Bail Out & Helping Hand)
  • Exclusive Employee Discounts
  • Flexible retail schedules
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities


Minimum Qualifications
  • Energetic and self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills
  • Basic computer proficiency
  • Must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment with Bob's
  • Ability to work a flexible retail schedule


Physical Demands
  • Ability to stand for long periods and move throughout the showroom
  • Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs as needed


Expected Base Pay Not Including Potential Commissions, Incentive, Bonus, etc. Opportunities:
Pay: $17 hourly advance vs. commission, with uncapped earning potential and estimated annual earnings between $65,000-$100,000

About Bob's Discount Furniture

Bob's Discount Furniture is a privately held furniture retailer headquartered in Manchester, Connecticut. Bob's Discount Furniture was founded in 1991 with its first store in Newington, Connecticut and is ranked 12th in sales among United States furniture stores according to Furniture Today's list of Top 100 Furniture Stores. As of February 2021, the company has 140 stores in 22 states, primarily in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and West Coast.
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