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Sales Associate

@ Surplus Furniture

Thunder Bay, Ontario

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Overview

Surplus Furniture is hiring Sales Associates for its national furniture and mattress warehouse chain to help customers choose products in store, online and by phone. Pay averages $45,000 to $65,000+ per year based on performance, with weekly advances against commission and paid training. Weekend work and reliable transportation are required.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist customers in choosing the best products for their needs
  • Meet or exceed sales goals
  • Stay current on product knowledge
  • Build customer relationships through in-store, online and phone sales

Requirements summary:

  • High school diploma required, post-secondary preferred
  • Must be able to work weekends
  • Reliable transportation
  • Proficient with computers and technology
  • Professional appearance and attitude

Tools & skills

Benefits mentioned

Employee discount
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-09-28
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-11-06

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentSales
Scheduleweekends
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingStore, Client sites
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer low
EducationHigh school (required), College diploma (preferred)
Perks mentionedPerformance bonus, Employee discount, Paid training

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Surplus Furniture

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Full company description

Surplus Furniture is a national chain with 33 stores across Canada and 17 stores accross the United States with a strong focus on expansion. We are committed to training and developing our workforce to be top earners and future Managers/District Managers.

LinkedIn followers
1,034
People associated on LinkedIn
154
Reported office locations
  • 501 Morrison Road, Gahanna, OH 43230, US
  • 90 Anne St S, Barrie, Ontario L4N 2E3, CA
Business categories
  • E-Commerce
  • Retail
  • Manufacturing
Other recorded names
  • Surplus Furniture
  • Surplus Furniture & Mattress
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
No
Reported total investment
0

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

Surplus Furniture is a national chain with 33 stores across Canada and 17 stores accross the United States with a strong focus on expansion. We are committed to training and developing our workforce to be top earners and future Managers/District Managers.

FieldValue
IndustryFurniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing
Company size201-500 employees
HeadquartersGahanna, OH
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2003
Open jobs on Jobsy21
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Job description

SALES SUPERSTARS WANTED!

Looking for a job that’s fast-paced, fun, and pays you for your efforts?
Welcome to Surplus Furniture & Mattress Warehouse — a national furniture chain with locations from Alberta to Newfoundland and a reputation for unbeatable warehouse pricing. No fancy showrooms. No unnecessary overhead. Simply great furniture, fantastic prices, and great people.

We are growing and looking for high-energy Sales Associates who want more than “just a job.” We develop Top Earners, Store Managers, and District Managers — and we promote from within. Are you ready to take your sales career to the next level? Are you enthusiastic about customer service and earning what you are worth? We are looking for driven, customer-focused sales professionals who are ready to build a career.

If you

  • Bring the right attitude and energy.
  • Enjoy talking to people.
  • Have a competitive streak, like to hit goals, beat targets, and celebrate wins.
  • Want to be paid for results, not just for showing up, keep reading.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE

✔ Average earnings of $45,000–$65,000+ per year, based on your performance, your paycheque grows when your effort does
✔ Weekly advance against commission (yes, weekly!)

✔ Fully paid training

✔ Monthly incentive bonuses up to 25% commission
✔ Benefits for you and your family

✔ Career Growth – clear path to advancement and higher earnings

✔ Employee discounts you will actually use
✔ Cash contests & tropical getaways
✔ A fun, upbeat, and energetic team environment
✔ Long-term growth with a stable, national company

What are we looking for?

  • Energetic, positive, customer-focused professionals
  • Confident communicators with amazing people skills
  • Sales-savvy people who enjoy helping customers find the right solutions.
  • Coachable, adaptable, purposeful, and money motivated, with a result driven sales approach
  • Interest in furniture, design or home fashion is a bonus!

Basic Requirements

  • High school diploma required (post-secondary preferred)
  • Must be able to work weekends.
  • Reliable transportation
  • Proficient in computer/technology
  • Professional appearance and attitude

What you will do

  • Assist customers in choosing the best products to suit their needs.
  • Meet or exceed sales goals.
  • Stay up on product knowledge.
  • Build relationships with our customers through in-store traffic, online leads, and sales calls.

Sales experience? Cool, but not required. A great attitude matters more than a resume.

We are looking for Sales Associates who bring energy, confidence, and hustle. If you have been told “you’d be great in sales,” this might be your sign. Take control of your earning potential and mark your mark with Surplus Furniture. Apply now and start building a career that rewards your passion!

OUR HIRING PROMISE

At Surplus Furniture & Mattress Warehouse, we believe in a personal, human-centered hiring process.
✔ No AI screening
✔ No automated tools
✔ Every application reviewed by a real person.

To keep the process fair and authentic, we kindly ask applicants not to use AI tools when preparing resumes, cover letters, or interview responses.

Accessibility & Inclusion

We are committed to providing accommodations during the recruitment process. If you require assistance or accommodations, please indicate this in your application.

Diversity drives innovation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and occupations. From day one you will be treated with respect.

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