Retail Sales Associate

1915 South / Ashley; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission-based pay

Performance bonuses

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Career development

Job summary

1915 South is seeking a Retail Sales Associate to join its team in Louisiana. The RSA will deliver a superior guest experience by building relationships, understanding needs, and presenting value-driven solutions.

Emphasis is on connection, service, and follow-up to meet KPIs and drive sales. The role involves assisting guests, processing payments, financing options, and collaborating with leadership to resolve questions while maintaining a clean, organized sales floor.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Experience: Retail sales, specifically furniture, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist guests throughout their shopping journey.
• Present products and solutions that create value for all guests.
• Meet or exceed minimum performance standards and KPIs, including sales, finance, bedding, protection, and delivery.
• Follow established selling processes and best practices.
• Actively participate in coaching, training, and development opportunities.
• Conduct timely and consistent customer follow-up to support the sales process and guest satisfaction.
• Review orders for accuracy prior to submission.
• Take payments and assist guests with financing or payment options.
• Partner with leadership and support teams to resolve guest questions or concerns.
• Maintain store cleanliness and organization through assigned areas of responsibility.

Skills

Customer service

Retail sales

Communication

Upselling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

Retail Sales Associate

Join our winning team, 1915 South, as a Retail Sales Associate. 1915 South owns and operates 30 Ashley stores and 3 distribution centers across the southeast, including locations in Georgia, Florida, Alabama, North Carolina, Mississippi, 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, complete an application with us today!

Position Summary:

The Retail Sales Associate (RSA) is responsible for delivering an exceptional guest shopping experience by building relationships, understanding guest needs, and presenting solutions that create value. This role focuses on connection, service, and follow-up while consistently meeting minimum performance standards through key performance indicators (KPIs).

Job Duties:

• Greet and assist guests throughout their shopping journey.
• Present products and solutions that create value for all guests.
• Meet or exceed minimum performance standards and KPIs, including sales, finance, bedding, protection, and delivery.
• Follow established selling processes and best practices.
• Actively participate in coaching, training, and development opportunities.
• Conduct timely and consistent customer follow-up to support the sales process and guest satisfaction.
• Review orders for accuracy prior to submission.
• Take payments and assist guests with financing or payment options.
• Partner with leadership and support teams to resolve guest questions or concerns.
• Maintain store cleanliness and organization through assigned areas of responsibility.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Experience: Retail sales, specifically furniture, 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!