Full-Time
Design Sales Associate
Posted on 6/13/2026
La-Z-Boy
1,001-5,000 employees
Manufactures and retails residential furniture
Compensation Overview
$18 - $22/hr
Dallas, TX, USA
In Person
 Retail (1) |
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- 2+ years retail sales experience with shift supervision experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills required
- No travel required
- Availability to work a flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Responsible for opening and closing the store and performing other duties in the absence of management.
- Assigned and are responsible for opening and closing the store with store keys and alarm code
- Responsible for daily sales reporting to the retail leadership
- Oversee the sales floor in periods of high volume, provide support to the sales team and supervise to ensure that the store is meeting financial goals and that associates are providing excellent service to our guests.
- Effectively perform the Lead Sales Associate role, serving as a role model to our sales team in sales generation and customer service by relentlessly delivering an exceptional customer experience.
- Maintaining the showrooms design and visual standards using merchandising guidelines.
- Maximize sales by growing and maintaining a strong client base by building your own personal clientele book and driving store sales through client follow-up, phone calls, and personalized outreach.
- Assist our leadership team to create programs and initiatives to make our customers’ experiences even better.
- Share your valuable insight with our product, marketing and technology teams regarding customer needs and feedback.
- Listen and acknowledge customer feedback and complaints, empathize, and present the best possible solution.
- Passion for driving the customer service experience
- As a Key Holder you exhibit an aptitude for managerial responsibilities
- Knowledge of furniture industry a plus
- Ability to work well both independently and in a collaborative or team setting
- Proficiency in Mac operating systems and Microsoft office
- Strong leadership and communication skills both written and verbal
La-Z-Boy is a U.S. furniture maker and retailer focused on residential pieces, especially recliners and upholstered furniture. It designs, manufactures, imports, exports, and distributes its products in a vertically integrated operation, giving it tight control over quality and branding. The company runs a large chain of La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries and sells through its stores and other retailers, combining in-house manufacturing with direct-to-consumer retail. Its approach centers on delivering comfortable, personalized, and stylish home furnishings to households in the United States, Canada, and abroad. What sets it apart is its scale and integration: owning both the production and a substantial single-branded retail network helps ensure a consistent brand experience across markets. The company’s goal is to provide reliable, comfortable furniture for homes while expanding its brand presence through direct retail and partner channels.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Monroe, Louisiana
Founded
1927
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Record 15 net new store openings in fiscal 2026 drive direct-to-consumer growth.
- Over $300 million cash balance and no external debt enable share repurchases and investments.
- AudioLuxe launch with Klipsch sound systems tests a higher-margin premium product line.
What critics are saying
- Joybird's 10% sales decline and $20 million goodwill impairment signal a broken acquisition thesis.
- Wholesale sales fell 2% while retail grows, compressing margins if store openings fail to offset weak demand.
- Tariff pressure and weak consumer traffic force discounting that directly erodes gross margin.
What makes La-Z-Boy unique
- La-Z-Boy is the world's leading recliner manufacturer with vertically integrated supply chain control.
- It operates one of the largest single-branded furniture retail chains in the United States.
- The company combines manufacturing prowess with a strong direct-to-consumer retail presence.
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CRMA hosts inaugural symposium at Erlanger Park. The Chattanooga Regional Manufacturers Association welcomed approximately 175 manufacturers, industry leaders and community partners to Erlanger Park on May 6 for its inaugural CRMA Symposium. The full-day event brought together professionals from across the manufacturing sector for networking, collaboration and practical conversations focused on workforce development, environmental health and safety (EHS), and supply chain operations. Designed around the real-world challenges manufacturers are navigating today, the symposium created space for meaningful dialogue, shared insight and new connections across the industry. Held throughout the unique setting of Erlanger Park, attendees participated in breakout sessions centered on some of the most pressing topics facing manufacturers, from workforce pipelines and healthcare costs to AI integration, operational efficiency and supply chain resilience. The day began with a fireside chat featuring former U.S. Senator Bob Corker and Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Charles Wood. Their conversation explored leadership, economic trends, infrastructure, manufacturing growth in Chattanooga and the evolving challenges shaping the future of industry. The discussion set the tone for a day grounded in both practical insight and long-term perspective. Attendees then moved into dedicated breakout tracks throughout the day. The Workforce Track focused on labor-related cost pressures, employee benefits, healthcare models and workforce development strategies. Discussions led by Jesse Rosenthal of 121 Health alongside leaders from Southern Champion Tray, Nokian Tyres and Adtech Ceramics highlighted the growing need for employers to balance rising healthcare costs with accessible, meaningful benefits for employees. Afternoon sessions shifted toward apprenticeship and work-based learning models, featuring workforce development consultant Autumn Derrick of the University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services alongside leaders from Komatsu, Miller Industries and Legacybox, who shared practical examples of how manufacturers are investing in long-term workforce pipelines and local talent development. The EHS Track explored environmental and regulatory developments impacting manufacturers across Tennessee and beyond. Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner David Salyers and environmental attorney Rick Hitchcock of Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C. provided updates on evolving regulations, environmental policy and compliance considerations affecting manufacturers today. Additional conversations focused on energy reduction strategies, sustainability initiatives and utility management practices, with leaders from EPB, Tennessee American Water and Chattanooga Gas discussing opportunities for operational efficiency and cost savings without sacrificing output. The Supply Chain Track examined emerging technologies and operational challenges shaping the future of manufacturing. Conversations around AI in manufacturing and supply chain systems generated strong engagement throughout the morning sessions, with speakers and panelists exploring both the opportunities and realities of AI integration within industrial operations. Industry leaders representing FreightWaves SONAR and Brickyard companies including Allera, Harmony AI, and Scaylor shared perspectives on how manufacturers can better prepare operationally and strategically for the next generation of technology. Afternoon discussions led by Darrell Edwards, retired COO of La-Z-Boy and representative of UT Haslam College of Business, focused on supply chain resilience, sourcing, transportation and long-term operational adaptability. Leaders from Opella, Kenco and SCT contributed perspectives on distribution, logistics and navigating ongoing supply chain challenges across the manufacturing sector. Beyond the breakout sessions, the symposium created opportunities for manufacturers, industry partners and regional leaders to exchange ideas, strengthen relationships and continue important conversations throughout the day. The energy across Erlanger Park reflected both the momentum within Chattanooga's manufacturing sector and the value of bringing people together around shared challenges and opportunities. The inaugural symposium represents an important step in CRMA's continued efforts to create relevant, industry-focused programming for manufacturers across the region. From workforce development and operational efficiency to emerging technologies and supply chain strategy, the conversations throughout the day reinforced the importance of collaboration, practical insight and long-term investment in the future of manufacturing. Thank you to its speakers, panelists, moderators, sponsors, committees and attendees who helped make the inaugural CRMA Symposium a meaningful and successful day for the region's manufacturing community.
La-Z-Boy reported third-quarter fiscal 2026 results with sales rising slightly to $541.59 million but net income falling to $21.65 million year-on-year. The furniture maker reaffirmed its quarterly dividend of $0.242 per share and guided fourth-quarter sales to $560 million–$580 million. Management highlighted ongoing demand challenges and uncertainty from new global tariffs, which are pressuring operations and margins. The company faces headwinds from weak consumer traffic and potential discounting pressure, whilst tariff-related costs add further risk. Despite softer earnings, La-Z-Boy maintained its dividend, signalling commitment to shareholder returns over rapid growth. Analysts project modest 3% annual revenue growth, with earnings expected to reach $126.5 million by 2028, though current margin pressures and tariff exposure may test these forecasts.
La-Z-Boy confirms closure of UK manufacturing facility. Upholstery manufacturer La-Z-Boy has confirmed the "difficult" decision to close its UK manufacturing facility in Colne. The announcement comes after the company had entered into a consultation period with staff at the location, which began in late October 2025. The UK facility, employs around 125 staff, will cease production by the end of April next year. A statement said: "Following the completion of a consultation period which began on October 29, La-Z-Boy Incorporated has made the difficult decision to close its UK manufacturing facility. "During the discussions and individual consultation meetings, several suggestions were received and explored, but none were sufficient to ensure the future commercial viability of the plant. Operations at La-Z-Boy Manufacturing UK Ltd will wind down in phases, with production ceasing by the end of its current fiscal year, in April 2026. "Big Furniture Group recognize the impact this decision will have on its valued employees and their families and are committed to supporting them throughout the transition. All impacted employees will receive outplacement assistance, as well as a redundancy package. "La-Z-Boy remains committed to its UK business, and our wholesale supply for the UK and Ireland will continue without interruption from our existing global manufacturing network."
William Boor elected to La-Z-Boy's Board of Directors. La-Z-Boy Incorporated, a global leader in the retail and manufacture of residential furniture, has announced that William (Bill) Boor has joined the company's Board of Directors, effective from 8 December 2025. "We are pleased to welcome Bill to our Board of Directors and look forward to his insights and contributions," said Melinda Whittington, Board Chair, President and Chief Executive Officer. "With a long history of service as both a public company CEO and an independent director, Bill has a proven track record of driving transformational growth, strong governance, and servant leadership. These skillsets, combined with his expertise in leading a housing manufacturer and retailer will make him a valuable addition to our Board as we advance our Century Vision growth strategy." Bill Boor is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Cavco Industries, Inc., a role he has held since 2019. Under his leadership, Cavco Industries, Inc. - a leading designer and producer of factory-built homes - has advanced a multi-year growth strategy focused on strategic brand acquisitions, organizational restructuring, enhanced digital marketing investments, and the implementation of an integrated value framework centered on operational excellence. His extensive experience provides the Board with strong governance leadership and deep expertise in supply chain oversight. Previously, Bill held executive roles with public building materials, homebuilding, and mining companies. "I've been very impressed by the team at La-Z-Boy and am honoured to join the Board. I look forward to the work ahead, building on the company's legacy and advancing its strategy to drive growth and value creation for all stakeholders," said Bill.
La-Z-Boy opens distribution center in Glendale. La-Z-Boy Incorporated, the American furniture brand celebrated for its quality, comfort, and timeless design, has opened its newest distribution center in Glendale. The state-of-the-art facility spans approximately 225,000 square feet and employs approximately 30 team members. Located at 17000 W Glendale Ave Ste D100, this advanced facility represents La-Z-Boy Incorporated's continued investment in operational excellence and its commitment to efficiently serving customers and retail partners across the Valley and the greater Southwest region. The new Glendale Distribution Center will serve as a key logistics hub, streamlining product storage, order fulfillment, and delivery operations. The facility enhances the company's ability to meet growing consumer demand, support faster delivery times, and maintain high standards of service and product care. This is part of La-Z-Boy Incorporated's multi-year project to transform its distribution network and home delivery program, aimed at strengthening operations and delivering an even better consumer experience. "The investment and growth we're experiencing in Glendale continues," said Glendale Mayor Jerry P. Weiers. "I remember how excited we were when La-Z-Boy chose to open their first facility here. Now, seeing them expand with a second location speaks volumes about the strength of our city and the continued growth and opportunity we're creating together." La-Z-Boy Incorporated's decision to expand its operations in Glendale highlights the area's importance as a regional distribution hub and reinforces the company's long-term commitment to Arizona. The expansion demonstrates the trust that established companies place in Glendale's continued growth and potential for long-term success.