Assistant Selling Manager

1915 South | Ashley; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission-based pay

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Career development

Job summary

1915 South | Ashley in Lafayette, LA, is seeking an Assistant Selling Manager to lead sales on the floor and step in for the manager as needed. The role rewards strong sales performance with bonus opportunities tied to coaching and development of associates.

You will drive customer experience, oversee inventory and promotions, manage store operations, and support KPI reporting. The position offers commission-based pay, a robust benefits package, and clear opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• Experience: 2+ years in retail or retail leadership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sales leadership and floor execution, including ups management.
• Customer experience and guest support.
• Inventory management, promotion control, and cash handling.
• Facilities and building oversight.
• Culture management and communication, including huddle leadership.
• Store operations and standards.
• Training and performance management.
• KPI reporting and management meetings.
• Bedding finance/protection finance.

Skills

Retail leadership

Customer service

Communication

Sales coaching

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Job description

Join our winning team, 1915 South, as an Assistant Selling Manager. 1915 South owns and operates 41 Ashley stores and 4 distribution centers across the southeast, including locations in Georgia, Florida, Alabama, North Carolina, Mississippi, Louisiana and Virginia. Our company is focused on employee growth and development, providing exceptional customer service and being passionate about what we do! If you want to take your career to a new level of professional success with the #1 Furniture Brand in the world.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Selling Manager actively sells while providing floor leadership in the absence of a manager. Compensation is driven by individual sales performance, with bonus opportunities tied to coaching effectiveness and associate development.

Job Duties:

• Sales Leadership & Floor Execution (Including Ups Management)
• Customer Experience & Guest Support
• Inventory Management, Promotion Control, & Cash Handling
• Facilities & Building Oversight
• Culture Management & Communication (Including Huddle Leadership)
• Store Operations & Standards
• Training & Performance Management
• KPI Reporting & Management Meetings
• Bedding Finance/ Protection Finance

Required Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent, required. College degree, preferred
• Experience: 2+ years in retail or retail leadership role, preferred

Physical and Work Environment Requirements:

• Physical Demands: Standing/walking for extended periods; occasional lifting
• Work Environment: Retail Sales Floor
• Schedule: Weekdays, Weekends, and Holidays, as required

Why 1915 South?

• Compensation: Competitive commission-based pay with performance bonuses
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package for you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation and sick leave
• Retirement: 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Tuition Assistance: College tuition support through Thomas University
• Employee Discounts: Generous employee discounts on furniture
• Career Development: Long-term career advancement opportunities with a strong promote-from-within culture. Many of our leaders at 1915 South began their careers here- when you join us, you're not just taking a job, you're building a future!