Part-Time
Retail Sales Specialist
Posted on 5/9/2026
Living Spaces
1,001-5,000 employees
Home furnishings retailer with online, stores
Compensation Overview
$16.45 - $21.38/hr
Houston, TX, USA
In Person
 Retail (2) |
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- Drive sales performance against targeted SPH (Sales Per Hour) and company KPIs while achieving high levels of guest satisfaction as measured by survey results.
- Achieve individual sales performance expectations, including SPH and applicable company KPIs.
- Analyze daily sales results, partner with leadership on behavioral expectations, and develop monthly proficiency plans using company sales reporting tools.
- Promote a positive, guest-focused store culture that supports revenue objectives and brand standards.
- Execute style guide directives, oversee merchandising and labeling, and ensure completion of Sales Merchandising Fundamentals on the showroom floor.
- Maintain inventory accuracy and comply with company asset protection and loss prevention standards.
- Assist with furniture assembly and preparation according to company guidelines.
- Utilize company systems and tools effectively while adhering to established operational processes and procedures.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall store operations and enhance the guest experience.
Living Spaces is a home furnishing brand with a network of stores across the United States and a strong online presence. It sells a wide range of furniture and decorative items for homes, while also aiming to spark imagination and inspiration for good design both inside and beyond the home. The company emphasizes building a positive team culture, believing that a great employee experience leads to better guest experiences. This focus on people and culture supports its business as it grows its store footprint and online offering. The main goal is to help people design and furnish their spaces, grow their teams, and influence how customers think about home design.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
La Mirada, California
Founded
2003
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- California expansion to 21 locations strengthens dominant home market presence and brand recognition.
- Texas growth to 10 stores, including 148,000 sq ft Conroe flagship, captures high-margin markets.
- Integrated café and family amenities drive higher basket sizes and repeat customer visits.
What critics are saying
- IKEA Fresno Q2 2026 opening undercuts Living Spaces with 30% cheaper modular furniture.
- Wayfair's DTC model captures 25% more millennials via lower prices and faster delivery.
- Red Sea supply chain disruptions delay imported furniture 4–6 weeks, causing spring stockouts.
What makes Living Spaces unique
- 105,000 sq ft Fresno store combines furniture retail with café and kids play area.
- Same-day delivery in select areas and nationwide shipping since 2019 differentiates from competitors.
- 42-store Western US footprint across 8 states provides regional scale advantage.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Flex Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Company News
Living Spaces nears opening of 1st store in California's Central Valley.
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