Assistant Selling Manager in Training - CT Area

Summary: FDE LLC, operating as Ashley Northeast, is a leading retailer of furniture and bedding in the United States. The Assistant Selling Manager will lead and develop the sales team, drive sales performance, and support daily operations while ensuring a guest-focused environment. Responsibilities: - Support sales of merchandise, accessories, and protection plans - Achieve or exceed individual and store-wide sales targets - Actively engage with guests and guide team members during the sales process - Maintain visibility on the sales floor (Position to Impact) to assist both customers and staff - Build team confidence by mentoring and leading by example - Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and training new team members - Support sales leadership in scheduling, performance coaching, and goal setting - Oversee opening and closing procedures and maintain store readiness - Authorize price adjustments, returns, and cancellations in the absence of store leadership - Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and service expectations - Serve as a role model for professionalism and high performance during new hire training - Promote company values and reinforce service excellence standards Required Qualifications: - Highly motivated with strong interpersonal and leadership skills - Experience in retail sales or management preferred - Positive attitude, strong communication, and a commitment to delivering results - Ability to coach and develop team members in a performance-driven environment Required Skills: Retail Sales, Sales Management, Coaching, Performance Management Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting at $25 per week, 401(k) plan with company match, Paid time off, holiday pay, and a paid day off for your birthday, Employee discounts on home furnishings and services, Referral bonuses up to $1,000 for successful candidate referrals, Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, 401(k) with employer match, Employee discount