Sales Lead (Part-Time), Streets at Southpoint, Durham

Purple is a digitally-native brand on a mission to help people feel and live better through innovative comfort solutions. At Purple, comfort means more than great products—it’s about creating an environment where employees feel empowered to be themselves. With a culture rooted in collaboration, individuality, and innovation, every team member plays a role in shaping a one-of-a-kind Career in Comfort.

Job Summary

Join a dynamic retail team at The Streets at Southpoint where your leadership, energy, and customer-first mindset directly impact the showroom experience. As a Sales Lead, you’ll set the tone on the floor—driving results, delivering exceptional service, and helping guide team members to success.

In this role, you won’t just assist customers—you’ll lead by example. Through thoughtful conversations, hands-on demonstrations, and a proactive approach, you’ll help customers discover the right comfort solutions while supporting team performance and overall showroom success.

What You’ll Do

• Lead from the floor by creating a welcoming, high-energy showroom environment
• Drive personal sales and consistently meet or exceed performance goals and KPIs
• Support and coach team members to elevate selling skills, confidence, and product knowledge
• Guide customers through a consultative, experience-driven buying journey
• Conduct product demonstrations that clearly communicate features, benefits, and the Purple difference
• Utilize POS systems to process transactions accurately and efficiently
• Make strategic sales decisions that align with Purple’s values and business goals
• Take ownership of personal performance, set clear goals, and track progress
• Support merchandising, organization, and overall showroom standards

What Sets This Role Apart

• A blend of sales performance and leadership development
• Opportunity to coach others while growing into a top-performing seller
• A focus on experience-driven selling rather than transactional retail
• A collaborative, positive environment where initiative and leadership are recognized
• Exposure to an innovative brand that prioritizes creativity and continuous improvement

What You Bring

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of retail or sales experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A motivated, goal-oriented mindset with a drive to lead and succeed
• A customer-focused, solution-oriented approach
• Comfort with technology and learning new systems
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn, coach, and grow

Compensation

• $19/hour base pay
• Monthly commission opportunities

Apply today: https://purple.com/careers