Retail Sales Associate

Retail Sales AssociateWe Don't Follow Trends, We Create Them.Make some serious cash! 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.Purpose at Ashley:As a Retail Sales Associate, transform store guests into loyal customers. When guests enter the store, you're the person who guides them. As the expert on home furnishings, you create inspiration, enthusiasm, and excitement about Ashley's products. You help our guests discover the styles that reflect their lives and help them design rooms they will love to live in. This is an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneurial, focused, and ambitious sales professional with a passion for lifestyle retail and thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.What You'll Do:Thrives in an environment that rewards for delivering world-class service and delighting our guests.Provide outstanding service experience for every customer and guest. Maintain a welcoming, professional, visible presence at the front desk; engage with guests, ensuring they are always treated in a cordial, respectful manner representing the Company's brand image.Accurately and efficiently process sales orders, adhering to cash handling protocols. Aid customers with credit applications and financing matters as required while maintaining thorough documentation of sales transactionsAddress customer concerns independently whenever possibleAid in store opening and closing activities, including cash reconciliation and completion of daily checklistsSupport inventory management and loss prevention procedures, including participation in bi-annual inventory checkMeet and exceed sales goals, align to KPI's and performance standardsComplete any additional tasks as assigned by managementWhat You Bring:Legally authorized to work in the US.At least 18 years oldAbility to lift, tug, and pull 25 IBS with or without accommodation.High school diploma or equivalent, preferred1 year customer service and/or sales experience, preferredGets charged up by interacting with others, by being outgoing, friendly, and easy to talk toConveys information in a way that inspires actionGets excited by developing and sharing fresh ideasAbility to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidaysCommunicates information in a motivating manner that prompts actionFlourishes in an environment that values exceptional service and customer satisfactionMaintain reliable attendanceWhat's In It for You:Extended health, dental benefits, and vision insuranceEmployee Discount from 10% - 30%Life/Disability InsuranceFlex Spending Account401KPaid Time OffCompensation:The first two weeks of training are paid at an hourly rate of $17.13 to $17.13 per hour, at the minimum wage rate in the location where you work. After training the hourly rate remains the same and incentive eligibility begins. This position is eligible to earn bi-weekly and monthly incentives, as well as quarterly written sales bonus. Incentive rates range from 0.25% to 30% depending on products sold and written sales volume. The quarterly written sales bonus is based on total written sales volume and is reasonably expected to range from $0 to $3,500.00 based on fiscal quarter store and individual sales performance.Benefits:When you join our family, you are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits programs which include Health, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts and 401(k) to eligible Team Members. Depending on your hire date and any specific requirements of your work location, you may be eligible for up to 80 hours of PTO during the first calendar year of your employment, which includes paid sick leave in accordance with applicable legal requirements.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.