Now Hiring - Knie's & Ashley Homestore - Sales Associate in Sterling, IL

Full description of the position

We are looking for a motivated retail Sales Associate to be responsible for all sales job duties, from meeting new customers to closing sales. Sales associate duties and responsibilities include working closely with customers to determine their needs, answer their questions about our products and recommend the right solutions. Successful sales associates stay up-to-date with product features and maintain our high standards in our store environment. Ultimately, the duties of a sales associate are to achieve excellent customer service while consistently meeting the stores sales goals.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service
• Assess customers needs and provide assistance and information on product features
• Welcome customers to the store and answer their queries
• Follow and achieve departments sales goals on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis
• Go the extra mile to drive sales
• Maintain in-stock and presentable condition assigned areas
• Actively seek out customers in store
• Remain knowledgeable on products offered and discuss available options
• Process POS (point of sale) purchases
• Cross sell products
• Handle returns of merchandise
• Team up with co-workers to ensure proper customer service
• Build productive trust relationships with customers
• Comply with inventory control procedures
• Suggest ways to improve sales (e.g. planning marketing activities, changing the stores design)

Skills

• Proven work experience as a Retail Sales associate, Sales representative or similar role
• Basic understanding of sales principles and customer service practices
• Proficiency in English
• Basic Math skills
• Working knowledge of customer and market dynamics and requirements
• Track record of over-achieving sales quota
• Hands-on experience with POS transactions
• Familiarity with inventory procedures
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills
• A friendly and energetic personality with customer service focus
• Ability to perform under pressure and address complaints in a timely manner
• High school degree; BS degree in Marketing or related field would be a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $800.00 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Commission pay
• Profit sharing

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Sales Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person