General Sales Manager

SHIV SOFTWARE EXPERTS LLC•Dubuque, IA

1d•$80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

We are seeking a hands-on Selling Sales Manager who can personally close sales, build a high-performing commissioned sales team, and drive store revenue. The role offers an opportunity to grow into a General Manager position with broader responsibility for store operations and performance. Non-local candidates are welcome to apply. The industry is furniture, appliances, flooring, and home improvement retail.

Requirements

Proven ability to sell personally while leading a sales team.
Experience recruiting, training, and coaching commissioned salespeople.
Strong closing, negotiation, customer service, and financing skills.
Ability to generate leads, increase store traffic, and grow revenue.
Willingness to work 6–7 days per week initially while building the team.

Nice To Haves

Experience in furniture or appliance retail sales management is preferred.
Automotive sales managers and flooring or home improvement showroom leaders are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Personally sell furniture, appliances, flooring, and home improvement products.
Assist customers, handle objections, present financing options, and close deals.
Recruit, hire, train, and coach commissioned salespeople.
Establish sales processes, CRM follow-ups, and closing strategies.
Hire and train a marketing employee to generate leads, promotions, and store traffic.
Track leads, appointments, conversion rates, and sales performance.
Lead from the sales floor and help build a strong sales team.
Progress into a General Manager role based on performance and team readiness.