Full-Time

Sales Representative

Posted on 12/13/2025

La-Z-Boy

La-Z-Boy

1,001-5,000 employees

Manufactures and retails residential furniture

Compensation Overview

$11 - $15/hr

Olympia, WA, USA

In Person

Category
Sales & Account Management (1)
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Previous selling experience and ability to close a sale strongly preferred
  • Excellent communication, customer service skills, and organizational skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate, build rapport, and positively influence
  • Demonstrated persuasion and negotiation skills
  • Ability to effectively manage time and conflicting priorities
  • Ability to effectively and productively work with others as a team
  • Ability to work the schedule and hours dictated by business needs
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required
  • Initiative to meet assigned goals, missions and objectives and motivated to achieve more
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Responsibilities
  • Drives Sales: Contribute to store sales goals by selling furniture, accessories and services offered by La‐Z‐Boy
  • Promote the Design program & assist the Designer to achieve established Design program sales goals
  • Consistently execute the La‐Z‐Boy selling process and strive to provide a favorable experience to all customers.
  • Develop and utilize sales skills and principals including approach, rapport building, needs discovery, customized portfolio presentations, answering objections, closing, follow‑up, after sale service and continuing contact with all previous and potential customers
  • Maximize store promotions, marketing initiatives, and grassroots programs
  • Maintain strong knowledge of the features and benefits of existing and new product lines
  • Design Program: Schedule professional home consultations to present customized room designs, including sample fabrics, furniture, tables and accessory recommendations as well as the benefits of a professional installation service.
  • Execute and champion the Design process following the established company guidelines
  • Responsible for supporting design related functions in the store
  • Customer Focus: Provide the highest level of customer service to all current and future customers
  • Ensure that each La‐Z‐Boy customer has an informative and positive experience by using good customer service skills and knowledge of products, while following the company selling process
  • Effectively use Podium to ensure customer satisfaction and future follow‑up
  • Make sound business decisions to deliver customer satisfaction and promote team environment
  • Provide support by being responsive to incoming phone calls and emails
  • Assist in handling customer issues and/or complaints. Provide appropriate solutions and alternatives to the customer to achieve a satisfied experience
  • People: Maintain a positive working relationship with all store employees
  • Assist to train, coach and develop new peers on La‐Z‐Boy product knowledge and selling process/skills to achieve store sales goals
  • Help promote and champion a culture of sales and service
  • Operational Excellence: Assist with maintenance of the overall visual appearance of store, this includes but is not limited to maintaining floor and/or showroom displays, tagging products and accessories, maintaining accessory catalogs and design center fabrics, supporting floor moves, and maintaining general store cleanliness
  • Accurately complete order information, collect deposits and fees, keep orderly customer records, and research customer payments and deliveries
  • Responsible for accurately completing daily On‑Point system logs
  • Show a sense of urgency, enthusiasm and excitement with the store team and customers
  • Maintain adequate knowledge of company standards, product knowledge and internal processes and systems
  • Consistently schedule deliveries with customers
  • Responsible for opening and closing of the store
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field
  • Experience in sales or retail (luxury experience = a major plus)

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

  • Retail expansion adds 15 stores in 2026 after 15-store acquisition, boosting network to 374.
  • New Glendale distribution center enhances Southwest delivery times and logistics efficiency.
  • Credit facility extended to July 2030 provides flexibility for Century Vision growth strategy.

What critics are saying

  • Global tariffs raise imported upholstery costs, dropping Q3 2026 net income to $21.65 million.
  • Banner House acquisition of American Drew and Kincaid on April 21 forces external sourcing.
  • Ashley Furniture promotions undercut recliner prices in La-Z-Boy's 60% company-owned stores.

What makes La-Z-Boy unique

  • La-Z-Boy holds patents on over 200 recliner styles and mechanisms since 1927.
  • Vertically integrated model controls manufacturing and 190+ company-owned Furniture Galleries stores.
  • AudioLuxe line integrates Klipsch Dolby Atmos sound into recliners, launched April 2026.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Company News

Yahoo Finance
Feb 26th, 2026
La-Z-Boy Q3 profit falls as tariffs and weak demand threaten margins

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.

Big Furniture Group
Dec 19th, 2025
La-Z-Boy confirms closure of UK manufacturing facility

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."

Big Furniture Group
Dec 11th, 2025
William Boor elected to La-Z-Boy's Board of Directors

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.

AZ Big Media
Nov 7th, 2025
La-Z-Boy opens distribution center in Glendale

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.

CityBiz
Aug 11th, 2025
Urban Edge Properties Signs La-Z-Boy For New Store At Goucher Commons

Urban Edge Properties (NYSE:UE) has announced a long-term lease at Goucher Commons in Towson, MD with La-Z-Boy, a global leader in residential furniture.

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