Research Assistant

FURNITURELAND SOUTH INC•Jamestown, NC

About The Position

The Research Assistant will support Sales and Business Development efforts through structured research, lead sourcing, and opportunity intelligence. This role will focus primarily on identifying and enriching qualified leads, surfacing design and REALTOR® partnership opportunities, and providing actionable insights that support top-line revenue growth. Secondarily, the role will assist with sales department projects such as competitive analysis, market scans, and sales education content. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated local student interested in business, marketing, sales operations, or analytics to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, commercial environment. Why this role matters This pilot role plays a direct part in fueling Furnitureland South’s growth by strengthening our prospect pipeline, expanding strategic partnerships, and equipping our sales team with actionable intelligence. The Research Assistant will gain exposure to real-world business development, sales strategy, and data-driven decision-making within a nationally recognized brand.

Requirements

Currently a local college student in their Sophomore or Junior year of undergraduate studies, preferred
A student majoring in Business, Statistics, Data Analysis, or related field of study
Strong research, analytical, and written communication skills
High level of accuracy and discipline with spreadsheets and data organization
Comfortable working with AI tools, CRM systems, and basic data enrichment platforms
Self-directed, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
Ability to work in a hybrid schedule aligned with business cadence

Responsibilities

Lead Sourcing & Enrichment
Build and maintain targeted prospect lists across residential, trade, and contract segments
Validate contact information and enrich records with key attributes (e.g., volume potential, segment, geography, intent signals)
Maintain strong data hygiene within spreadsheets, CRM, and related tools
Design Partner Identification
Identify and map local and regional designers, design firms, and REALTORS® aligned with Furnitureland South’s customer base
Prioritize prospects based on portfolio fit, target audience, and collaboration potential
Opportunity & Market Intelligence
Monitor competitor activity, category trends, and brand activations
Compile concise intelligence briefs to inform campaigns, outreach, and consultant enablement
Sales Enablement Support
Create clear, well-organized research summaries, reports, and presentation slides
Support consultant education initiatives and leadership updates with timely insights