Sales Associate, Full Time

The Dufresne Group; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in home furnishings is seeking a Full Time Sales Associate for their Stoney Creek store. The role involves assisting guests in finding the perfect products while achieving sales goals. Candidates should have a high school diploma and sales experience, with opportunities for commission and professional development.

Benefits

Commission-based compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Educational assistance

Employee discounts

World-class training programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years sales experience preferred in retail or related fields.
• Proven sales skills and strong sales approach.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide product knowledge to assist guests' purchase decisions.
• Meet or exceed sales and productivity goals.
• Accurately enter sales orders and process payments.

Skills

Sales skills

Communication

Organization

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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The Dufresne Group is the largest licensee of Ashley in Canada, with locations from B.C. to Ontario. Our teams are committed to supporting our guests in finding the perfect home furnishings to help make their space a home.

If you are guest-centric, goal-oriented and want to Make Life Better for our guests and our communities, then we want you on the Ashley Canada team.

Ashley Canada is currently seeking a Full Time Sales Associate for our Stoney Creek store located at 1776 Stone Church Rd E.

As a Sales Team Member with us, you will be the face of the Ashley brand for our guests, helping them find the perfect pieces to make their space a home. You will be supported by the store leaders and sales managers who foster a fun and collaborative sales environment.

Ashley is committed to investing in our team members; we offer:

• Commission-based compensation based on your sales, with unlimited earning potential
• A clear progression path for development, with opportunities to earn higher commissions upon reaching sales targets
• Comprehensive benefits, educational assistance, and employee discounts
• A fun, collaborative work environment
• World-class training programs and the opportunity to work with a purpose-driven organization recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies

As a Sales Associate, You Will:

• Provide product knowledge, features, and benefits to assist guests' purchase decisions
• Meet or exceed sales and productivity goals
• Ensure stock availability during sales
• Accurately enter sales orders and process payments
• Manage open orders and delivery timelines
• Develop and maintain a prospect system, including outbound calls, leads from eCommerce chats, web, telesales, appointments, and walk-ins
• Maintain knowledge of competitor pricing, programs, products, and services
• Engage in ongoing professional development to improve sales skills and product knowledge

As a Successful Candidate, You Will Have:

• High school diploma
• 2+ years sales experience preferred in retail, commissioned sales, marketing, or related fields
• Proven sales skills and a strong sales approach
• Ability to create attractive room settings (desirable)
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Well-organized with the ability to follow through on tasks
• Experience with MS Office and ability to learn in-house systems
• Availability to work long hours, including days, evenings, and weekends
• Ability to lift and move products up to 30 pounds

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Sales and Business Development
• Industry: Retail