Selling Manager

Ashley Furniture Industries, LLC; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Employee Discount 10% - 30%

Life/Disability Insurance

Flex Spending Account

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Ashley Furniture Industries, LLC in Melbourne, FL, is seeking a Selling Manager to lead showroom operations under the Store Manager. You will supervise multiple departments, drive sales, review performance metrics, and coach staff to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Qualified candidates have 4+ years of retail supervision, 2+ years in the retail sector, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Flexible hours and campus travel may be required. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 4+ years supervising in a retail industry.
• 2+ years working in the retail industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to learn in-house computer programs.
• Ability to interview and staff retail location.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage all showroom departments under Sales Manager.
• Review sales metrics and set future goals.
• Coach staff to improve performance and customer service.
• Coordinate with Visual Presentation Manager on product placement.
• Prepare reports and assist with hiring and evaluations.
• Communicate policy changes to staff.
• Attend monthly staff meetings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team leadership

Guest service

Coaching staff

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

For over 75 years, Ashley Furniture has been the largest home furnishings manufacturer, transforming homes worldwide. With our customer base continuously growing, we are expanding our reach by opening more stores to meet the increasing demand. Our dedication to quality, style, and affordability has solidified our reputation as a trusted and recognized brand worldwide.

Summary

The Selling Manager is responsible for providing support to the Store Manager and assisting with management duties as directed.

Responsibilities

• Managing all departments in the showroom as directed by the Sales Manager.
• Reviewing sales including margins, volume, quotas, and closing ratios while suggesting future goals.
• Assisting the Sales Manager with customer-related issues escalating above the Guest Experience Manager.
• Working with the Visual Presentation Manager regarding product placement Reporting changes in policy and other information to staff members.
• Providing exceptional leadership to the sales, guest experience, and visual teams as portrayed by the Sales Manager.
• Coaching members of the staff to build individual and team success in a professional manner.
• Learning about budgeted administrative costs including wages and supplies.
• Gaining an understanding of the performance of employees and assisting them as applicable.
• Ensuring complete and adequate documentation of procedures and tasks completed.
• Completing various report functions in a timely manner.
• Assisting with hiring, training, and coaching the sales team.
• Assisting the Sales Manager with preparing and administering performance evaluations for assigned staff.
• Providing timely and effective communications.
• Attending monthly staff meetings.
• Other duties as assigned, essential or otherwise.

Requirements & Qualifications

• High School Diploma required
• 2 + years working in the retail industry
• 4 + years supervising in a retail industry
• Previous supervisory experience required
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft office
• Ability to learn in-house computer programs
• Ability to handle guest concerns in a timely manner
• Ability to interview and staff retail location
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel as needed.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge and experience in team building skills.

What’s In It For You

When you join us, you are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits programs, which include:

• Health, dental benefits, and vision insurance
• Employee Discount from 10% - 30%
• Life/Disability Insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• 401K
• Paid Time Off

Ashley values its diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made on the basis of an individual's skills, qualifications, merit, and business need.

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page: Corporate Social Responsibility