Sales Associate

About The Dufresne Group and Role Overview

Join the Ashley Canada team through The Dufresne Group, the largest Ashley licensee in Canada, operating across provinces from British Columbia to Ontario. We focus on helping customers create homes they love by providing exceptional furniture and customer service. Our Calgary store at 88 Heritage Gate SE is expanding, and we're seeking Sales Associates to join our dynamic team.

Key Benefits

• Competitive full-time salary range from $54,000 to $80,000+ depending on individual performance.
• Opportunities for career advancement and increasing earning potential.
• Employee discounts, benefit programs for full-time employees, and support for further education.
• Comprehensive training programs coupled with continuous coaching.
• A supportive, collaborative, and enjoyable workplace culture.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist customers in selecting suitable furniture products for their homes.
• Achieve or surpass established sales targets regularly.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of product offerings, market trends, and competition.
• Develop and nurture relationships through outbound calls, responding to online leads, and engaging with walk-in customers.
• Organize and manage customer follow-ups to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.

Candidate Requirements

• Completion of high school education or equivalent.
• At least two years of experience in sales, preferably in retail or commission-driven environments.
• A confident and goal-oriented sales demeanor aimed at results.
• Excellent communication skills combined with strong organizational abilities.
• Comfortable utilizing Microsoft Office applications and adaptable to learning new software systems.
• Availability to work flexible schedules including daytime, evening, and weekend shifts.
• Physical ability to lift items weighing up to 30 pounds and remain active on the sales floor.