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Linen Chest

Family-owned retailer of home essentials

Window Treatment Sales & Design Consultant

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/16/2026
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
Vaughan, ON, Canada
In Person
Sales & Account ManagementField Sales

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • In-home or outside sales experience, preferably in custom products or services.
  • Experience in a retail environment, preferably in home furnishings and décor.
  • Proficiency using computer software applications and ability to learn new technology and systems.
  • A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance coverage.
  • Passion for design, sales, and building lasting customer relationships.
  • Bilingual ability.
Responsibilities
  • Make phone calls and in-person visits to customers, and make presentations to existing and potential customers.
  • Develop clear and effective written proposals for existing and potential clients.
  • Plan and organize a personal sales strategy to maximize return on investment for the territory or sector.
  • Write written and oral reports on customers' needs, problems, and interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services.
  • Offer design services to customers.
Desired Qualifications
  • A college degree or some college coursework is preferred.
  • Experience in in-home or outside sales, preferably in custom products or services.
  • Experience in retail, preferably in home furnishings and décor.

About the company

Linen Chest is a family-owned home goods retailer with more than 35 stores across Canada, offering a wide range of home essentials such as adjustable beds, metal bed frames, bathroom hardware, and custom window coverings. It serves customers through both in-store and online channels, providing direct sales and custom services that tailor products to individual needs. The company emphasizes personalized solutions, seasonal promotions, and community engagement while maintaining its family-owned identity. Compared with competitors, Linen Chest combines a broad product lineup with a strong emphasis on customized, in-store service and local community presence, supported by a flexible omnichannel shopping experience. Its goal is to deliver quality home products and personalized service while growing its Canadian footprint and preserving its family-owned ethos.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$25.7M

Headquarters

Canada

Founded

1961

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The C$35 million revolving facility gives breathing room for inventory and seasonal demand.
  • September 2026 promotions and free shop-at-home services drive conversion for custom blinds.
  • Current store presence and online merchandising support cross-sell across bedding, décor, and window coverings.

What critics are saying

  • Gordon Brothers' C$35 million facility on June 2, 2025 signals liquidity pressure, not strength.
  • Wayfair, Home Depot, and Bed Bath & Beyond Canada crush Linen Chest on scale and traffic.
  • If credit tightens before holiday 2026, vendor support and inventory access turn fragile.

What makes Linen Chest unique

  • Family-owned since Montreal, Linen Chest pairs omnichannel retail with custom home services.
  • Its custom window-covering consults and at-home installs create higher-touch sales than discount rivals.
  • Thirty-seven Canadian stores anchor local brand recognition, especially Quebec’s 23-location concentration.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Employee Discounts
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Professional Development Budget

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

2%
Chain Store Age
Jun 2nd, 2025
Canada's Linen Chest secures a $35 million credit facility

Linen Chest, the Bed Bath & Beyond of Canada, has received a $35 million revolving credit facility from Gordon Brothers to shore up its liquidity and support future growth.