Sales Manager

At American Signature Inc., we believe everyone has the right to a well-furnished life. Since 1948, we have been helping families fill their homes with furniture they love. Our company includes more than 120 family-owned and operated stores. As a Sales Manager you are a part of this family and critical to our success. The Sales Manager is responsible for people development, customer experience and driving top line sales. This role has a broad range of responsibility in store operations and reports directly to the Store Manager.

Why you’ll want to join our team:

Generous quarterly bonus structure aligned with sales

Join a historic, family-owned business that has helped furnish the lives of customers for more than 70 years

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits & 401K plan

Growth. Our team members are encouraged to develop and move into more challenging roles as their career progresses.

Employee discounts at our affiliate brands which include– Value City Furniture, American Signature Furniture, DSW, and American Eagle Outfitters

Voted “Best Place To Work” in several major cities, including Detroit, St. Louis, Washington, D.C. and Baltimore

What your day will look like:

Embodies our values: Serve Others and Own It

Assists in the hiring, training, and retaining of high-quality team members who exhibit our values

Assists Store Manager to ensure a deep talent bench by continuously developing internal talent and attracting external talent

Coaches sales team members on the proper behaviors needed to enhance our customer experience and drive sales results

Leads the weekly sales and training meetings

Assists Store Manager in executing the company blueprint and brand standards to keep a clean, well merchandised store

Ensures appropriate staffing levels in sales positions

Utilizes sales training to keep the sales team informed regarding, product knowledge, selling skills and operational efficiencies

Partners with the human resources team to stay on top of all training, development, and legal requirements

What will help you succeed:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

2+ years of leadership experience

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and team members

Proven experience in strategic and organizational development, including the ability to attract, develop and retain best in class talent

Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment

Ability to build a cohesive team and resolve conflict among team members

Proficient in business related technology systems

Track record of servant leadership; serving others and putting team goals first

Owners’ mindset: takes ownership over everything within scope of responsibility while still empowering others to do the same

Proactive approach; identifies and solves problems

Adaptability; flexible to changing market forces and shifting priorities

Experience managing change in large and complex environments

Ability to break down complex ideas and communicate them in simple and easy to understand ways

Demonstrated ability to coach and develop others to higher levels of performance

Demonstrated ability to drive results in a leadership role