Furniture Sales Clerk
かぐはんばいてんいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Clerks
- Minor : Other Merchandise Sales Clerks
Summary
A job at a furniture store involving product explanations and proposals to customers, sales, delivery arrangements, and after-sales service.
Description
Furniture sales clerks explain the materials and features of furniture to customers in showrooms and make proposals suited to their lifestyles and living spaces. They consider the customer's budget and floor plan to propose interior coordination, handle estimate creation, order processing, and delivery schedule adjustments. They also oversee delivery and assembly, provide after-sales service, and work to improve customer satisfaction. They are involved in overall store operations, including in-store displays, inventory management, and promotional activities to achieve sales targets.
Future Outlook
While the spread of e-commerce will expand online sales, there will remain a strong demand for in-person sales where customers can experience furniture firsthand. The value of salespeople with knowledge of eco-friendly furniture and smart furniture, as well as excellent customer service and interior proposal skills, is expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Cheerful Personality / Good Listener / Good at Making Proposals
Work Style
Full-time / Many Weekends and Holidays / Part-time OK / Shift Work / Store Work
Career Path
Store Staff → Chief/Leader → Store Manager → Area Manager/Supervisor → Buyer → Interior Coordinator
Required Skills
Basic PC Operation / Communication Skills (Sales/Customer Service) / Dimension Measurement/Space Planning / Interior Coordination / Product Knowledge (Furniture/Interiors)
Recommended Skills
CAD (2D) / Foreign Language Support / Interior Coordinator Qualification / Sales Promotion Planning
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To prevent order mistakes or size mismatches. |
| Communication Skills | To accurately draw out customer needs and build trust. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creativity is required in furniture arrangement and coordination proposals. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy items. |
Related Qualifications
- Interior Coordinator
- Salesperson Certification
Aliases
- Furniture Salesperson
- Interior Advisor
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