Retail Sales Associate

Bob's Discount Furniture • Riverhead, NY

12d • $45,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Retail Sales Associates help drive Bob’s Discount Furniture’s success and expansion by helping customers bring their home design ideas to life. They deliver customer service in a low-pressure, gimmick-free sales environment and work collaboratively in a supportive, team-oriented setting. The role involves engaging with customers, understanding their needs, applying product knowledge, and supporting their purchasing decisions. Pay is structured as an hourly advance against commission, with uncapped commissions; typical expected first-year earnings are $45,000–$65,000 annually.

Requirements

• Energetic and self-motivated, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work a flexible retail schedule.
• Ability to stand for long periods and move throughout the showroom.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Previous retail or commission-based sales experience.
• Bilingual communication skills.
• Passion for home design and interior décor.
• Experience with customer relationship management tools or systems.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers, listen actively, and help them with their home design needs.
• Build customer relationships and follow up with clients.
• Use consultative selling and product knowledge to support customer decisions.
• Collaborate and communicate with team members.
• Adapt to retail schedules and a high-energy environment.
• Use digital tools and point-of-sale systems.
• Stay organized, manage time, solve problems, and work toward goals.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer-paid and voluntary life insurance options.
• 401(k) profit-sharing plan with a generous match.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, holidays, and birthday.
• Employee Assistance Program and Emergency Support Programs (Bail Out & Helping Hand).
• Exclusive employee discounts.
• Flexible retail schedules.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Hourly advance against commission with uncapped commissions. Typical expected first-year earnings range from $45,000 to $65,000 annually.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed