Retail Sales Associate (Home Furnishings)

Room & Board

Golden Valley, MN

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$53,000–$58,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Forklift, Furniture, Furniture Moving, Green Business, Identify Issues, Leadership, Legal, Lift/Move 100 Pounds, Merchandising, Microsoft Office, Operational Improvement, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Documentation, Product Flow, Product Support, Retail, Retail Sales, Retirement Plan, SAP, Safety/Work Safety, Shipping/Receiving, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Warehousing
LOCATION
Golden Valley, MN
POSTED
30+ days ago

Overview

Join our Outlet team, where your passion for teamwork, operational excellence, and hands‑on problem solving will shine. Step into a role that keeps you active, engaged, and at the center of our weekend operations — ensuring our space is safe, organized, and beautifully prepared for our customers. Discover a career designed to be different.

 

As a Full‑Time Outlet Associate at Room & Board's Outlet, you will be part of a 6‑person full‑time team that leads the operational heartbeat of our 25,000 sq. ft. Outlet. You’ll support product flow, guide and train product handlers and casual staff, and help transform our space into a highly admired shopping destination for our loyal brand enthusiasts every weekend.

 

Location: 4600 Olson Memorial Highway, Golden Valley.

 

Schedule:

Work Days: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays

Days Off: Thursdays & Fridays, with one weekend off per month

Note: During the weeks surrounding your weekend off, you will be scheduled for two Thursday shifts.

What you’ll be responsible for as a Full-Time Outlet Associate:

Product Flow & Receiving

  • Safely unload weekly semi‑trailers, including handling the heaviest pieces
  • Use proper equipment and safe lifting techniques; forklift certification provided

  • Partner closely with warehouse teams to ensure smooth product flow on weekdays and weekends

Staging, Assembly & Floor Preparation

  • Relocate, stage, and prepare products for the Outlet showroom

  • Support assembly, repairs, and tool‑based tasks

  • Finalize merchandising for Saturday’s opening, including tagging, cleaning, and organization

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient back‑of‑house environment

Team Support & Informal Leadership

  • Guide and support product handlers and casual staff in daily workflow

  • Jump in physically as needed to keep operations moving

  • Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training new team members

  • Support team morale and model professionalism in communication and behavior

Operational Ownership

  • Conduct monthly facility and equipment checks

  • Identify issues and propose solutions with an “owner mindset”

  • Act as a safety leader for the team

  • Support SAP backroom functions and inventory‑related tasks

  • Contribute to operational improvements and process updates

Weekend Retail Support

  • During weekend shifts, assist customers and support the Outlet team

  • Help create a welcoming, efficient, and customer‑ready environment

 

To be successful in the Full-Time Outlet Associate role:

  • You are a natural communicator and team leader. You communicate clearly, professionally, and pro-actively. You guide others through your actions, support casual staff with confidence, and help maintain a positive, collaborative team culture.
  • You take ownership. You treat the Outlet like your own business — noticing what needs attention, proposing solutions, and taking pride in maintaining a safe, organized, and high‑functioning environment.
  • You’re a strong problem solver. You think on your feet, adapt quickly, and enjoy troubleshooting operational challenges.
  • You’re athletic and enjoy physical work. You have the strength, agility, and stamina to move furniture safely and efficiently throughout the day.
  • You’re tech‑savvy and eager to learn. You’re comfortable with Microsoft Office, can learn systems like SAP, and enjoy elevating your skills over time.
  • You bring camaraderie and professionalism. You value a respectful, team‑oriented workplace and enjoy building strong relationships with peers and customers.

The qualifications you’ll bring as a Full-Time Outlet Associate:

  • 3+ years of experience in roles involving related skills and responsibilities
  • Experience supporting or leading others in a team environment
  • Strong communication skills and a professional, natural communication style
  • Ability to lift 75–100 pounds independently throughout the day
  • Ability to pass a physical abilities test related to the role
  • Experience with Microsoft Office; comfort learning new systems (SAP experience a plus)
  • Understanding of safe working habits and commitment to safety leadership
  • Ability to provide proof of identity and legal work authorization upon hire

What we offer our Full-Time Outlet Associates:

  • Salary: $53,000 - $58,000 / year ($25.48 - $27.88/ hour)Our salary is guaranteed with occasional paid overtime. Salary offered is based on experience/qualifications.
  • Benefits that focus on holistic well-being. The whole person matters, not just the one who shows up for work. That’s why we invest in holistic well-being that supports and encourages you to live a full life. Besides a competitive paycheck, we offer benefits to help you thrive in every aspect of life. That includes three weeks of paid vacation, a generous 401(k) match, profit-sharing and more. As a 100% employee-owned company, staff members working 1,000 hours or more in a 12-month period are eligible to participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This plan acts as an additional Retirement Savings Plan fully funded by Room & Board.
  • Meaningful work. We create a meaningful work experience by empowering everyone to contribute, taking pride in everything we do, and making the world sustainable, inclusive and beautiful.
  • A culture of respect. We sustain a culture of respect by relying on our shared values, building supportive and kind teams, and ensuring all voices are heard and celebrated.

To view our benefits in detail and to learn more about our culture, please visit: https://www.roomandboard.com/careers

 

Application Deadline: The position will remain open until filled; there is no specified deadline.

 

Room & Board is a modern furniture and home decor retailer committed to creating beautiful, well-made products while providing exceptional customer service. Our mission is to help people create homes they love through timeless designs, sustainable practices, and a focus on quality craftsmanship. To learn more about our company, please visit https://www.roomandboard.com

Room & Board is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or staff member on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We also prohibit harassment of applicants and staff members based on any protected category, characteristic or status. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

 

As an applicant, you have rights under Federal Employment Laws, and your state may offer additional protections. To view applicable laws, visit our partner site.

 

Discover a career designed to be different.

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About the Company

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Room & Board

Our collaborative spirit leaves little room for bureaucracy and cumbersome rules. Instead we keep it simple, take accountability, solve problems and ultimately do the right thing. We believe in each other.

Room & Board is a privately held, national retailer of modern home furnishings based in Minneapolis, Minnesota with locations across the country. Since 1980, we’ve been providing extraordinary experiences for our customers as we help them create homes they love. We create exclusive contemporary designs and believe expertly crafted American-made furniture offers the best value in terms of quality, design longevity and environmental sustainability.

We seamlessly serve our customers through 15 stores, a robust e-commerce site, Business Interiors channel and Customer Care support. Join us and love what you do. It makes for a great day at work.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Retail
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Retirement / Pension Plans, Life Insurance, Merchandise Discounts, 401K
FOUNDED
1980
WEBSITE
http://www.roomandboard.com/careers