Sales Associate (Part time) - Ross Park

The Purple story
At Purple, we believe a better life is achievable — and it starts with investing in yourself. As the masterminds of modern rest and recovery, we believe a good night's sleep is the first step toward powering human potential. It fuels happiness, enhances personal growth, and builds a more connected world. That's why our mission is to deliver the most restorative, most supportive, most downright life-changing comfort on the planet. From our groundbreaking GelFlex® Grid technology to our work in the community, we never stop pushing boundaries. We're bold, curious, and uncompromising in our pursuit of better — for our customers, for our people, and for the world. Because when you invest in better, everything else follows. 

Compensation

The compensation for this role is $18.00 hourly. In addition, this role is eligible for monthly commissions on qualifying mattress sales, per the commission agreement terms and conditions.

Why this role matters

As a Sales Associate, you will be responsible for generating sales on the retail floor. You will take charge of hitting performance goals, driving personal sales, and delivering an exceptional shopping experience for every Purple customer. This role will give you plenty of opportunities to grow your selling skills, expand your product knowledge, and work in a fun, positive environment.

                                

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Drive Personal Sales

• Provide a exceptional selling experience for all Purple customers to increase sales/KPIs
• Make strategic sales decisions that align to Purple’s values
• Drive individual results through sales strategies to meet Purple’s performance metrics
• Establish clear personal goals, take ownership of results, consistently monitor progress, and track personal performance
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Personal Development

• Exhibit selling behavior that aligns with Purple’s sales strategy
• Continuously grow in selling skills, performance, and product knowledge
• Help foster a positive work environment

Uphold Purple Values and Strategy

• Adheres to all retail and safety company policies
• Provides excellent customer service and demonstrates a solution-oriented mindset
• Strong product knowledge skills
• Demonstrates company values through behavior

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience working in a retail environment strongly preferred
• Comfortable learning & adapting to new technology
• Excellent interpersonal communication capabilities
• Customer service-oriented attitude
• Ability to stay organized and manage time effectively
• Desire to improve selling behavior and problem solving
• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude
• Proven competencies in effective communication
• Ability to learn and communicate product knowledge to match customer’s needs
• Willingness to learn and tackle new challenges

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Activities may occasionally include:  

• ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps, and the like;  
• moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments;  

• communicating with others to exchange information.  

Physical Activities may constantly include:  

• remaining in a stationary position, often standing for prolonged periods;  
• moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another, reaching or bending repeatedly
• adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions; Capability to lift up to 200 pounds via team lift or equipment

• repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers;  
• operating power tools, depending on position;  
• assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned. 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential function.

Work Hours (Good Faith Estimate):

This part-time position is expected to work approximately 15-29 hours per week. This is a good faith estimate, and actual hours may vary based on business needs.

How Purple brings you comfort

• 401(k) Match 
• Employee Discount 
• Complimentary Mattress

WHY JOIN PURPLE?

At Purple, you’ll join a team that truly invests in you, not just as an employee, but as a person. Here, you’ll grow in an environment that values curiosity, collaboration, and courage. We believe in open communication, where your ideas are heard, your voice matters, and feedback helps everyone get better. We prioritize building long-term careers and helping you stretch your skills to reach new goals. You’ll be part of a team that owns its work, celebrates integrity, and takes bold risks to innovate. And most importantly, you’ll belong to a community that values people first, where we lift each other up, celebrate what makes us different, and work together to create something extraordinary. 

Purple provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.