Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and communities. We foster an inclusive environment while honoring a legacy built on family, where everyone can be themselves.
If you are ready to join an industry leading organization where our people are the most important asset, and innovation propels us into the future, you’re ready to take your seat at La-Z-Boy Incorporated.
WE BELIEVE IN THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF COMFORT
Job Summary:
BASIC FUNCTION:
Responsible for achieving store sales goals by utilizing exceptional customer service and knowledge of La-Z-Boy products and services. Strives to build long-term customer relationships that will lead to increased sales and profitability. Lead the selling team to achieve sales objectives, store standards and other duties to run a world class operation.
Job Description:
Are you outgoing and energetic?
Are you looking for a place to make a great living AND make a difference?
Do you have a passion for helping people and appreciate a comfortable, well-designed home?
Competitive earnings potential -> Base Salary plus UNCAPPED commissions on WRITTEN Sales
Who are we?
La-Z-Boy is proud to be the most recognized furniture brand in the world! Ninety years after the business started and more than 50 years after we invented our first recliner, we are still re-inventing the industry! La-Z-Boy believes we can improve our customers lives by helping transform their houses into homes. Not many companies can say they are both a household name and one of the most innovative organizations in their industry.
We have the BEST customers in the world and are very selective about who we trust to care for them! We look for ambition, attitude, and integrity. If you have these key traits, we will train you on furniture product knowledge and sales.
- Positive impact and strong influence
- Committed to delivering results
- Supportive coach and team developer
- Creative problem solving, persuasion, and negotiation skills
- Takes Initiative
- Lively, outgoing, and driven
- Customer First Mindset
KEY RESPONSIBILITES:
Sales Culture and Promotions:
- Drive Sales to consistently achieve store sales goals by personally selling the furniture and accessories and services offered by La-Z-Boy
- Team with Store Manager, Designer and selling team to promote In-Home Design Sales program and drive store sales
- Maximize store promotions, marketing initiatives, and grass roots programs
- Hires, trains and retains the highest quality team members who exhibit energy and enthusiasm
- Coaches to the Company selling model with the passion to drive real action
- Uses the Company metrics to coach the proper behaviors needed to be a world class selling organization
- Create an environment where the store team is empowered to deliver excellent customer service aligned with company processes and standards and where they are encouraged to achieve company goals
People Development:
- Train, coach and develop selling team on product knowledge and selling skills to achieve store sales goals
- Create a positive and exciting working environment for all store associates
- Hiring and developing talent, and succession planning; and leveraging the capabilities of new and existing talent
- Utilizes Company resources to keep associates up to date on product knowledge, selling skills and operational efficiencies
- Leads with the highest ethical standards and demands the same from their teams
- Ensures associates are provided the necessary tools to perform job responsibilities
- Coach and counsel team based on results including completing performance reviews
Store Standards / Operations:
Effective Manager on Duty (MOD)
- Champion and role model the La-Z-Boy selling process (Comfort Process) by overseeing the interaction with each and every client within the furniture gallery
- Know what is happening on the floor at all times. Be willing and able to jump into every sale and close it
- Show a sense urgency, enthusiasm and excitement with the staff and customers
Operational Excellence
- Adhere to operational procedures and guidelines outlined by the Company and other duties assigned by the Store Manager
- Accurately complete order information, collect deposits and fees, keep orderly customer records, and research customer payments and deliveries
- Responsible for opening and closing of the store
- Maintain store cleanliness, appearance, and standards. This includes, but is not limited to, maintenance of showroom displays, tagging, and facilities
Customer Experience Excellence:
- Sets the highest standard for customer care
- Ensure that each La-Z-Boy customer has an informative and positive experience by using good customer service skills, knowledge of products and services and product demonstrations
- Make sound business decisions to deliver customer satisfaction and promote team environment
- Other duties as assigned
Sales Manager Pay - $20 an hour training pay (no commission) first 3-4 weeks, after training $30,000 per year paid bi weekly
- 4% on individual written sales, other than La-Z-Boy Design sales, written by the Sales Manager, and 6% on individual written La-Z-Boy Design sales written by the Sales Manager
Employee Assistance program (EAP):
- At LaZBoy our employee’s wellbeing is a top priority!
- You will have access to talk confidentially with a licensed therapist (with topics such as: anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and relationships)
- Access FREE and DISCOUNTED resources for mental health, financial planning, legal advice, and caregiving referrals
- Access to FREE online education resources
- FREE online will preparation
- Help with better health care choices, like claims, billing, fee negotiation, and RNs who can explain diagnoses and treatments.
KEY RESPONSIBILITES:
Sales Culture and Promotions:
• Drive Sales to consistently achieve store sales goals by personally selling the furniture and accessories and services offered by La-Z-Boy
• Team with Store Manager, Designer and selling team to promote In-Home Design Sales program and drive store sales
• Maximize store promotions, marketing initiatives, and grass roots programs
• Hires, trains and retains the highest quality team members who exhibit energy and enthusiasm
• Coaches to the Company selling model with the passion to drive real action
• Uses the Company metrics to coach the proper behaviors needed to be a world class selling organization
• Create an environment where the store team is empowered to deliver excellent customer service aligned with company processes and standards and where they are encouraged to achieve company goals
People Development:
• Train, coach and develop selling team on product knowledge and selling skills to achieve store sales goals
• Create a positive and exciting working environment for all store associates
• Hiring and developing talent, and succession planning; and leveraging the capabilities of new and existing talent
• Utilizes Company resources to keep associates up to date on product knowledge, selling skills and operational efficiencies
• Leads with the highest ethical standards and demands the same from their teams
• Ensures associates are provided the necessary tools to perform job responsibilities
• Coach and counsel team based on results including completing performance reviews
Store Standards / Operations:
Effective Manager on Duty (MOD)
• Champion and role model the La-Z-Boy selling process (Comfort Process) by overseeing the interaction with each and every client within the furniture gallery
• Know what is happening on the floor at all times. Be willing and able to jump into every sale and close it
• Show a sense urgency, enthusiasm and excitement with the staff and customers
Operational Excellence
• Adhere to operational procedures and guidelines outlined by the Company and other duties assigned by the Store Manager
• Accurately complete order information, collect deposits and fees, keep orderly customer records, and research customer payments and deliveries
• Responsible for opening and closing of the store
• Maintain store cleanliness, appearance, and standards. This includes, but is not limited to, maintenance of showroom displays, tagging, and facilities
Customer Experience Excellence:
• Sets the highest standard for customer care
• Ensure that each La-Z-Boy customer has an informative and positive experience by using good customer service skills, knowledge of products and services and product demonstrations
• Make sound business decisions to deliver customer satisfaction and promote team environment
• Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field is preferred.
• Three (3) to five (5) years sales experience with a proven track record of success is preferred
• Previous supervisory experience is a preferred
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Excellent communication, customer service, and organizational skills
• Initiative to meet assigned goals, missions and objectives
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and build rapport
• Ability to effectively manage time and conflicting priorities
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work the schedule and hours dictated by business needs, to include evenings, weekends and holidays
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for leading the selling team.
Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
At La-Z-Boy Incorporated, we're an equal opportunity employer. We understand that our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of upmost importance as we work together to build comfort. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.We are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table. If you are a qualified individual that may need a change or adjustment to the application/interviewing/hiring process as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodations by emailing our recruiting team at [email protected] or by calling 734-242-1444.
What We Do
La-Z-Boy Incorporated brings the transformational power of comfort to people, homes, and communities around the world—a mission that began when our founders invented the iconic recliner in 1927. Today, we operate as a vertically integrated furniture manufacturer and retailer, committed to uncompromising quality and compassion for our consumers.
Our Retail segment consists of 184 company-owned La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries® stores and is part of a broader network of over 350 La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries®, serving customers nationwide when coupled with La-Z-Boy.com. Joybird®, an ecommerce retailer and manufacturer of modern upholstered furniture, has 12 stores in the U.S. In our Wholesale segment, we manufacture comfortable, custom furniture for our Furniture Galleries® and a variety of retail channels: England Furniture Co., which offers custom upholstered furniture, and casegoods brands Kincaid®, American Drew®, and Hammary®, which provide pieces that make every room feel like home.
The La-Z-Boy Incorporated state-of-the-art, LEED-certified world headquarters is located in Monroe, Michigan. This location along with our Innovation Center in Dayton, Tennessee, and all our North American manufacturing locations all represent our commitment to the environment—we integrate sustainable business practices to reduce the impact of our operations.
Being a great employer isn’t limited to our sustainability or record-breaking safety performance; it also means being a good corporate citizen. In FY 2023, La-Z-Boy Incorporated and the La-Z-Boy Foundation granted more than $3 million to non-profit organizations through monetary and in-kind donations. Our signature partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®) helps give families a comfortable home away from home while their children receive much-needed medical care, as we’ve donated more than 15,000 pieces of furniture to RMHC® homes.
Join our team to impact the world through comfort.
