Lead Sales Consultant Jobs

Join a Hillsdale Tradition!

Gelzer's Furniture, Housewares & Gifts is seeking a dependable, motivated, and customer-focused individual to join our team as a Full-Time Furniture Sales Consultant, with the opportunity to grow into a leadership role within our store.

As a fifth-generation, family-owned business serving the Hillsdale community for more than 100 years, we take pride in providing quality furniture, housewares, and gifts, backed by knowledgeable service and lasting customer relationships.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with people, takes ownership of their responsibilities, and has the initiative and ambition to grow professionally.

Our immediate priority is finding a reliable, enthusiastic salesperson to join our team during the busy holiday season. Longer term, we are seeking an individual capable of developing into a lead salesperson and taking on greater responsibility for daily store operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide attentive, personalized service throughout their shopping experience.
• Assist customers with selecting furniture for living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms, and other areas of their homes.
• Develop strong product knowledge of our furniture manufacturers, collections, construction, materials, and available options.
• Prepare customer orders, process transactions, and coordinate special orders.
• Communicate with customers regarding merchandise availability, order status, and delivery arrangements.
• Assist with showroom merchandising, furniture displays, and inventory management.
• Maintain an attractive, clean, and organized retail environment.
• Support coworkers and contribute to the smooth operation of the store.
• Work independently and exercise sound judgment when addressing customer needs and everyday retail situations.

Opportunity for Advancement

We are particularly interested in applicants who demonstrate leadership potential and a desire to take on additional responsibilities.

As the successful candidate gains experience and demonstrates proficiency, opportunities may include:

• Serving as a lead salesperson and resource for other sales associates.
• Assisting with the coordination of daily store operations.
• Helping oversee merchandising, showroom presentation, and inventory organization.
• Assisting with customer service matters requiring additional attention.
• Taking a greater role in coordinating sales activities and operational priorities.
• Serving as a trusted point of contact for store management.

Advancement and additional responsibilities will be based on performance, demonstrated capabilities, and the needs of the business.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will possess:

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
• A strong work ethic, reliable attendance, and punctuality.
• Previous retail sales or customer service experience.
• The ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic computer proficiency and willingness to learn our point-of-sale system.
• A professional appearance, positive attitude, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
• An interest in furniture, home furnishings, decorating, and retail sales.

Prior furniture sales, retail leadership, or management experience is highly desirable, but not required.

We value dependability, integrity, initiative, and a willingness to learn just as highly as previous experience.

Compensation and Schedule

Starting wage: $14.50 per hour.

Final starting compensation will be determined based on relevant professional experience, qualifications, and the candidate's ability to assume additional responsibilities.

This is a full-time, in-person position at our Hillsdale furniture store. Our regular business hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Saturday availability is required.

Why Join Gelzer's?

• Work for a locally owned, fifth-generation family business with more than a century of history.
• Become part of a respected Hillsdale retailer with strong community relationships.
• Represent quality furniture and home furnishing products from trusted manufacturers.
• Enjoy a customer-oriented environment focused on personalized service rather than high-pressure sales tactics.
• Develop valuable retail sales and operational experience.
• Pursue opportunities for additional responsibility and professional advancement.

Apply Today!

If you're a reliable, personable, and motivated individual who enjoys helping customers and is interested in building a future with an established local business, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Gelzer's Furniture, Housewares & Gifts and help us continue a Hillsdale tradition!

Pay: From $14.50 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person