Assistant Selling Manager in Training - Hudson Valley Area

Are you looking for a fulfilling leadership opportunity with top-tier

Benefits

, strong earning potential, and a company that values personal and professional growth? Join us at FDE, one of the largest licensees of Ashley Furniture—where your success is recognized, supported, and rewarded. Join a team honored by Furniture Today as one of the Best Places to Work in Furniture for 2025.

About Us Factory Direct Enterprises LLC proudly represents Ashley, the number one selling furniture brand in the world and the leading retailer of furniture and bedding in the United States.

We offer one of the most competitive

Compensation

and

packages in the retail furniture industry: • Commission-based earnings ranging from $60,000 to $110,000 annually, based on performance • Annual bonus structure tied to individual and company success • Weekly bonus opportunities through Presidents and Premier Programs • Paid 13-week training through the Ashley Sales Academy • All-expense-paid incentive trips and 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 starting at $25 per week • Employee discounts on home furnishings and services • Referral bonuses 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 Our Culture and Team Member Programs FDE fosters a culture of support, recognition, and growth. We value feedback and provide resources to help our team members thrive. Our Ashley Cares initiatives reflect our commitment to employees, customers, and the communities we serve: • Hope to Dream: Each mattress purchase helps provide beds to children in need • Give a Day: One paid volunteer day annually with an approved non-profit organization • Corporate Chaplains: Confidential support for personal, family, and wellness needs • Life Resources: Quarterly programs focused on health, financial literacy, and relationships • Team Member Relief Fund: Emergency financial assistance for qualifying life events • SmartDollar: Free financial wellness platform to assist with budgeting and debt reduction Your Role: Regional Assistant Selling Manager The Assistant Selling Manager plays a key role in leading and developing the sales team.

You will be responsible for creating a productive, guest-focused environment while actively engaging on the sales floor and supporting the store’s daily operations. You will help drive sales performance, ensure service standards are met, and assist with coaching and team development. You will have a designated 'Home Store' at one of our Hudson Valley locations; Poughkeepsie, Yonkers, Middletown, Kingston, Mohegan Lake - with the expectation for you to be flexible in working location according to meet the business need.

Key Responsibilities

Sales and Team Leadership • 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 Operations and Management Support • 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 Onboarding and Culture • Serve as a role model for professionalism and high performance during new hire training • Promote company values and reinforce service excellence standards Performance Goals and Expectations You will be evaluated based on team performanc