Sales Manager in Training

About the role

Join Factory Direct Enterprises LLC, one of the largest licensees of Ashley Furniture, and take your leadership career to the next level. With competitive compensation, a culture focused on growth, and a strong support system, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary ranging from $60,000 to $70,000, depending on experience and store assignment
• Annual bonus opportunities with the potential to earn up to $72,540 additional pay, based on performance and company success
• Paid 13-week training program through the Ashley Sales Academy
• Quarterly and annual performance awards
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and a paid day off for your birthday
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with plans starting at $25 per week
• Employee discounts on Ashley products
• Referral bonuses of up to $1,000 for successful candidate referrals
• Eligibility for the FDE G3 Profit-Sharing Program, rewarding team members based on company and store performance outcomes

Culture and Team Member Programs

• Foster a culture of accountability, growth, and recognition
• Affirmative action and equal employment opportunity
• Hope to Dream: Every mattress purchase helps provide beds to children in need
• Give a Day: One paid day annually to volunteer with an approved nonprofit organization
• Corporate Chaplains: Confidential support for personal, family, and wellness matters
• Life Resources: Quarterly wellness events on finance, relationships, and health
• Team Member Relief Fund: Financial support for unexpected life events
• SmartDollar: Free financial education and budgeting platform for employees

Your Role: Sales Manager

• Sales Leadership and Coaching
• Lead and execute FDE’s seven critical sales leadership processes
• Manage team staffing levels to align with traffic and sales volume
• Support the onboarding and development of new team members
• Coach and performance manage associates to achieve sales excellence
• Oversee consistent execution of the Ashley Proven Sales Process
• Guide prospecting and follow-up to build a strong pipeline of customers
• Ensure sales practices meet company compliance and quality standards
• Maintain a consistent presence on the sales floor to coach and support staff (Position to Impact)
• Leadership Development
• Apply leadership tools and best practices in daily management
• Attend required training including leadership development and product/vendor sessions
• Mentor future leaders including Assistant Managers, Coaches, and Managers-in-Training
• Daily Operations and Motivation
• Lead energizing morning huddles and coaching scrimmages
• Assign team opportunities and participate in guest interactions
• Review and manage staffing-to-traffic ratios and store KPIs
• Sales and Performance Metrics
• Achieve store sales budgets based on store tier
• Improve sales KPIs including close rate, sales per guest, and average ticket
• Monitor and drive success across categories such as protection plans, sleep products, and financing
• Track Net Promoter Score (NPS) and Total Piece Exception Rate
• Operational Excellence
• Ensure all activities align with the company’s mission, values, and operational standards
• Participate in weekly “Perfect Store Visit” meetings to review store readiness and performance
• Maintain a clean, organized, and guest-ready showroom environment

Schedule Requirements

• Full-time, minimum of 45 hours per week including weekends
• Availability during holiday periods and business-critical dates
• Two scheduled days off per week, with exceptions during peak periods
• Regular, in-person attendance at the assigned store location is required