Retail Sales Associate

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to grow your retail sales career and experience unlimited earning potential in an innovative, team-oriented environment. Our proprietary products, exclusive distribution, best-in-class sales training and relationship-based sales process enable you to build lifelong relationships and a rewarding, long-term career. Our retail sales professionals convey a passion for our products and their customers, have an entrepreneurial spirit, and represent the Sleep Number brand with the highest integrity.

Responsibilities

• Provide a world-class customer experience. Utilize a proven sales process to discover each customer?s unique sleep needs and lead them through a selection of Sleep Number products that will deliver ?the best sleep of their life.? 
• Build relationships with customers. Proactively and effectively communicate product features and benefits, as well as promotional information. Provide timely, relevant follow-up.
• Demonstrate a tenacious drive for results. Be accountable for becoming a trusted, successful ?Sleep Expert? and consistently exceeding sales goals.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Exceptional presentation and interpersonal skills; ability to make a connection with a diverse array of customers.
• Prior experience in a customer-facing role, preferably high-end sales.
• A commitment to professional appearance and attitude; willingness to represent the brand with integrity at all times.
• Adept at using technology required for store operations (e.g., POS systems) and sales presentations (e.g., interactive demonstrations, iPad, apps); technology engagers and early adopters preferred.
• Able to adapt and grow in a changing, fast-paced work environment.
• Genuine desire to grow and learn, as well as contribute positively to a team-oriented work environment.
• Motivated by a pay-for-performance compensation plan.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule; typical retail hours to include evenings and weekends.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and able to demonstrate English language proficiency. Second language skills encouraged.
• Minimum H.S. diploma or equivalent required. Additional education and training preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Guaranteed base pay, plus commission and bonus plan
• Health/dental/vision coverage within 30 days
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off and company holidays