Sales Associate

Tempur Sealy; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Employee purchase discounts

Job summary

Tempur Sealy in Palo Alto is seeking a Retail Sales Associate to deliver outstanding customer service while selling Tempur-Pedic products and supporting the store's daily operations.

You will assist the Store Manager, lead the sales process, help with merchandising, training, and ensuring brand standards. Candidates typically have 1–3 years of luxury retail experience and a high school diploma. This role offers opportunities for growth and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of retail experience, preferably in luxury or custom products.
• Strong sales skills in a consultative environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, direct, and train others in a store setting.
• Flexibility in work schedule to align with store hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and maintaining responsibility for the overall performance of the store.
• Provide leadership in all areas of the sales process, including customer service and care, maintaining a professional appearance, adhering to company policies and procedures, and maintaining Tempur Sealy's brand.
• Continue to perform all the Retail Sales Associate responsibilities at an exceptional level.
• Assist the Store Manager in identifying deficiencies and solving problems in the store and within the sales team.
• Assist the store manager with merchandising, implementing company programs, and other needs.
• Solve problems within the sales team and direct larger issues to the Store Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Retail sales

Leadership

Customer service

Sales negotiation

Team training

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS system

Job description

Tempur Sealy. Iconic brands. Storied history. Industry-leading innovation.

Tempur Sealy is committed to improving the sleep of more people, every night, all around the world. As a leading designer, manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of bedding products worldwide, we know how crucial a good night of sleep is to overall health and wellness. Utilizing over a century of knowledge and industry‑leading innovation, we deliver award‑winning products that provide breakthrough sleep solutions to consumers in over 100 countries. Our highly recognized brands include Tempur‑Pedic, Sealy and Stearns & Foster. We hire people who have a passion for helping others find their best night's sleep. No matter what stage of your career, you can build your future at Tempur Sealy!

The Tempur‑Pedic sales associate's primary responsibility is to provide excellence in customer service while selling and marketing Tempur‑Pedic products. In addition, this individual will serve as a member of management when the Store Manager is not available. This could include opening and/or closing the store as well as covering the management duties.

Our Company Offers Great Benefits, Including:

• Generous Paid Time Off: You will receive 27 paid days off on an annual basis. During the first year of employment, your paid time off will be pro‑rated based on date of hire unless otherwise dictated by state or local law. Your paid time off will consist of: 80 holiday hours (this is a combination of fixed dates and floating holidays), 80 vacation hours (10 vacation days), and 56 sick leave hours (7 sick days).

• Competitive Medical, Dental & other wellness programs
• Disability and Life Company Paid
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Options
• Generous Employee Purchase Discounts

Pay Range

The total estimated annual compensation, including base pay and incentives, is $40,000 - $60,000.

What You'll Do (Essential Duties and Responsibilities)

• Assist in managing and maintaining responsibility for the overall performance of the store.
• Provide leadership in all areas of the sales process, including customer service and care, maintaining a professional appearance, adhering to company policies and procedures, and maintaining Tempur Sealy's brand.
• Continue to perform all the Retail Sales Associate responsibilities at an exceptional level.
• Assist the Store Manager in identifying deficiencies and solving problems in the store and within the sales team.
• Assist the store manager with merchandising, implementing company programs, and other needs.
• Solve problems within the sales team and direct larger issues to the Store Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need (Qualifications)

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years' retail experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience) with high‑end luxury and/or custom products
• Strong sales skills in a consultative environment
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead, direct, and train others in a store setting.
• Skilled at current best practice retail methods, procedures, and standards
• Demonstrated collaborator able to both lead and follow.
• Flexibility in work schedule reflecting the needs and patterns of store hours.
• Fluency with current retail software / computer systems
• Must be able to stand for lengthy periods of time and occasionally lifting items with or without assistance.

Tempur Sealy is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affidiate Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based upon race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.