Job Title: Bedding Sales and Marketing Specialist Company: Ashley Furniture Description: This is a full-time remote role for a Bedding Sales and Marketing Specialist. The primary responsibilities include developing and executing sales strategies, managing customer relationships, conducting market research, and collaborating with internal teams to enhance product promotion. The role also involves providing high-level customer…
With a long heritage of strong dealer relationships, independent home furnishings retailers have remained a cornerstone of the company’s luxury distribution strategy. At this April’s High Point Market, Shifman Mattress Company will introduce two updated collections designed to strengthen this critical retail segment and expand luxury merchandising opportunities. The company’s core line, newly named Devotion,…
Somnigroup International and Leggett & Platt today announced that the companies have signed a definitive agreement pursuant to which Somnigroup will acquire Leggett & Platt in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $2.5 billion based on Somnigroup’s closing share price on April 10. Under the terms of the agreement, Leggett & Platt shareholders will receive…
Job Title: Director of Licensing (Hybrid) Company: Purple Location: Utah Description: Reporting to the Chief Innovation Officer, the Director of Licensing leads Purple’s licensing strategy to extend the Purple brand and commercialize the company’s proprietary comfort technologies and intellectual property (IP). This role originates and evaluates licensing opportunities, negotiates and structures agreements, and oversees ongoing…
Job Title: Brand Manager Company: PranaSleep Location: Bonita Springs, Florida Description: PranaSleep is seeking a strategic and results-driven Brand Manager to lead the development and execution of brand initiatives that drive growth, elevate market presence and strengthen customer engagement. In this role, you will be responsible for shaping brand strategy, overseeing go-to-market initiatives, and ensuring…
Job Title: VP, eCommerce Company: FXI Location: Radnor, Pennsylvania Description: The Vice President of eCommerce is responsible for owning and scaling FXI’s eCommerce business, with full accountability for strategy, revenue, profitability, and execution across digital channels. This role will lead the development and expansion of FXI’s eCommerce platform, while building the operating model, capabilities, and…
I joined the bedding industry full-time in mid-2023. It was an interesting time, as the industry was starting to recover from the COVID-19 era and supply chain shortages. Since then, nearly every conversation I’ve had or story I’ve worked on has had the same underlying theme: When will things return to normal? Everyone’s crystal balls,…
Comfort is what you feel when you go to bed. Support is what you feel when you wake up. UncleMuenkel explains how support plays a key role in alleviating pain by allowing your muscles to restore themselves.
A fire at a large Lyondell chemical factory in Pasadena, Texas, in early March has hindered U.S. production of polyol, a key chemical used in the production of foam for mattresses. And the effects are starting to be seen. Some mattress companies started to implement price increases about two weeks ago, including Helix, Jamison Bedding…
There’s a lot of talk these days about how AI will reshape the mattress industry, upending the old rules and ushering in a dramatic new world, a smarter world. Well, I submit to you that AI hype is running wild, outpacing the realities of what AI can do to help our industry. And I’ve got…
Job Title: District Mattress Trainer Company: Rooms To Go Location: Atlanta Description: The District Mattress Trainer will be responsible for the execution and implementation of mattress department sales, merchandising, and training strategies. The position is remote and will cover a variety of areas within the operational geography of Rooms to Go. This position will reports…
Job Title: Sales Manager Company: Leggett & Platt Location: Carthage, Missouri Description: As a Sales Manager you will have the opportunity to serves as the primary liaison for key accounts, delivering data‑driven insights and collaborating cross‑functionally to support customer and business needs.. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by being responsible…
Job Title: Business Developer – US Company: Hästens Beds Location: Washington D.C. Description: We are not looking for a “salesperson.” If you want to pitch products and hit a quota by talking at people, go somewhere else. We are looking for the ultimate advisor. Your goal is to build a relationship so deep that the…
Posh+Lavish is unveiling its Curated collection nationwide. The Curated Collection mattress is “a work of art and every detail is a commitment to excellence and a testament to old world European charm,” said Kurt Ling, principal. “This is the first two-sided mattress I have ever designed or sold in my 25-plus year career in the…
Purecare has promoted Kelly Crenshaw and Danny Ramos, two key players in its strategic plans for brand growth, development and innovation. Crenshaw joined Purecare in 2021 as vice president of product development and merchandising. She is now senior vice president and will continue to lead the product development team in every stage of the process…
Despite many claiming to sleep hot, all humans sleep cold, and it’s the micro-climate they create with their sheets, blankets and other bedding that contributes to the heat. But sleep surface temperature is just as important, UncleMuenkel explains, and it all comes down to the science behind it.
Paramount Sleep Co. has strengthened its sales organization with the addition of two seasoned industry professionals, Chuck Lovelady and Bill Estes, as the company continues to expand its reach and support for retail partners across key regions. Lovelady joins Paramount as a sales representative, responsible for expanding coverage and service throughout Tennessee, Kentucky and Alabama.…
Shoptalk, the world’s largest annual event on retail innovation, e-commerce and technology, took place March 24-26 in Las Vegas, bringing together more than 10,000 attendees and 180 speakers from top technology and retail companies, including Meta and Wayfair. For bedding retailers, customer service, on-trend products and branding remain key differentiators. But as competition intensifies, adopting…
King Koil CEO David Binke sits down with Bedding News Now Editor-in-Chief Alex Milstein to discuss influencer partnerships. With King Koil recently signing a licensing agreement with Scott Brothers Global, Binke explains what makes their partnership unique.
In an industry hoping for a rebound year, news of foam shortages and foam price hikes is an unwelcome development. But that’s the reality facing the mattress industry these days. Peter Keith, senior research analyst for Piper Sandler, says that price increases are coming to U.S. mattress and upholstered furniture producers. The cause, he notes,…
Job Title: Store Manager Company: Mattress Warehouse Location: Southampton, New York Description: As a Sales Manager, you’ll be the face of Mattress Warehouse, guiding customers to find their perfect sleep solution while also leading and developing your team. You will greet and engage customers to identify their sleep needs. You will also utilize our bedMATCH…
Job Title: Territory Manager Company: Bedgear Location: Rock Hill, South Carolina Description: The Territory Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, driving brand awareness and sales, and ensuring Bedgear’s presence within the assigned territory. This role includes hunting new business opportunities, conducting educational and inspirational training and presentations, supporting retail partners’…
Job Title: QCS Production Supervisor Company: Serta Simmons Bedding Location: West Palm Beach, Florida Description: In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll drive daily production performance, ensure quality and safety standards, and lead a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will lead cell/department activities and associates to ensure a quality product is produced safely, in…
When someone mentions AI, you may think of ChatGPT and other programs that allow you to simply ask questions and get answers. But AI can be used for so much more in the business world. This is the vision of AiPRL Assist, a new customer experience platform designed specifically for the home furnishings industry that…
If it takes you a while to fall asleep, you’re losing precious hours of sleep that you could have had by preparing for sleep. UncleMuenkel discusses different ways you can prepare for sleep by decreasing activity and being exposed to less light and noise.
After 30 years in the sleep products industry, John Schulte, the president and CEO of Innovative Sleep Technologies, still doesn’t assume he knows it all. “I think the worst way to approach anything is to think you know everything,” Schulte said. This perspective has shaped Schulte’s entire career, from his start in the bedding industry…
Tim Oakhill, chief marketing officer at Serta Simmons Bedding, updates Editor-at-Large Dave Perry on new “super-super premium” bedding lines from Serta and Simmons and explains how his company is creating a product menu for retail success this year.
The bedding industry, like many other industries, is facing a unique set of challenges — from low foot traffic to industry consolidation to an uncertain economy and more. Despite these challenges, many industry leaders believe there is an opportunity for the bedding industry this year as well. After a surprisingly steady first quarter and Presidents…
Job Title: Director, Product Development Company: FXI Location: Aston, Pennsylvania DescriptIon: As a Director of Product Development, you will play a pivotal role in supporting R&D function by driving the introduction of innovative products to the market. In this hands-on role, you will be deeply involved in every stage of the product development process, from…
Job Title: Head of Security Company: Eight Sleep Location: Remote Description: The Head of Security and Compliance will be responsible for building and leading Eight Sleep’s security strategy across physical, digital, and operational domains. This leader will ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our data, systems, and devices, while also protecting our employees and…
Job Title: Production Manager Company: Bedgear Location: Rock Hill, South Carolina Description: The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations at BEDGEAR’s Rock Hill facility, ensuring efficient production flow, team performance, and product quality. This role leads supervisors, coordinates cross-functional support, and drives safety, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Production Manager acts…
Live Comfortably has entered into an exclusive license agreement with Serta Simmons Bedding for a seven-year term. Through this partnership, Live Comfortably will hold the exclusive rights to develop and distribute Serta-branded bedding products across the U.S. and Canada, spanning all retail channels, including club, mass, department stores, off-price, e-commerce pure play, home improvement and specialty. The license covers…
What are the requirements of a proper support system? Uncle Muenkel explains that it involves contouring to a person’s body as well as something called positive resistance. Learn more in this episode of Muenkel Minutes.
Sleep Number may be forced to file for bankruptcy, according to its annual securities exchange 10-K report. The Minneapolis-based company has 600 stores and warns that if it can’t secure sufficient financing, it “could be forced to terminate, significantly curtail or cease our operations, pursue strategic alternatives or commence a case under the U.S. Bankruptcy…
Spring Air’s Nick Bates tells Editor-at-Large Dave Perry how his company is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year with a centennial product line and new cooling high-end memory foam mattresses with high margins for retailers.
As the retail editor for Home News Now and Bedding News Now, I cover a variety of retail angles from sustainable bedding to interior design trends. So, I thought it’d be fitting that one of my regular contributions should be a roundup of the latest collaborations in bedding. Welcome to the first installment of Retail…
Digital ad technology has come a long way. So working in the mattress industry means my social media channels are flooded with ads from (mostly DTC) mattress brands. Just when you think you’ve seen them all, one in particular caught my eye. It was from Nectar, and it said, “PRO TIP: DON’T SPEND $4K ON…
Gold Bond is once again charting new ground for the industry by offering a new construction option for some of its bestselling collections designed with knotted Bonnell coils. The company has introduced a new, high-quality, 630-pocket coil unit from Leggett & Platt to accommodate the growing consumer preference for adjustable bases. The change will not…
Job Title: Director, Home Furnishings/Temporary & Permanent Leasing Company: Andmore Location: High Point, North Carolina Description: Andmore is seeking a Director, Home Furnishings/Temporary & Permanent Leasing, to lead strategic leasing and business growth efforts across our Las Vegas and High Point campuses. This role is responsible for maintaining and expanding the Home Furnishings category through…
Job Title: Independent Sales Representative West Coast Company: Boyd Sleep Location: California Description: Boyd Sleep is expanding and looking for experienced independent sales representatives across multiple regions in North America. If you have a strong background in the mattress or bedding industry, we want to talk to you. This person will have a strong sales…
Outside Sales Representative Company: 3Z Brands Location: Kentucky Description: This person will develop and manage relationships with mattress retailers, furniture stores, sleep shops, and other retail partners within the assigned territory. They will identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand distribution and increase market share. The Outside Sales Representative conducts in-store product training and…
Chris Taheny, vice president of business development for Cariloha, sits down with Editor-in-Chief Alex Milstein to discuss the missed opportunity of bedding accessories. Taheny talks about attachment rates, KPIs and other techniques that can get retailers more foot traffic using what they already have.
Symphony Sleep will make its official debut at the spring High Point Market, April 25-29, expanding its presence into the world’s largest home furnishings trade show. The company will exhibit at the Centers of High Point on Hamilton, H-131, welcoming mattress and furniture retailers to experience its complete adjustable base and accessory program. The new…
Spring Air International is expanding its presence in the bedroom with the launch of its first-ever pillow program. The initial rollout features three pillows across Spring Air’s Back Supporter, Chattam & Wells and Copper by Spring Air collections. With its 100-year legacy in mattress design, the company is extending its commitment to comfort, support and…
King Koil is introducing a new Drew & Jonathan Home Mattress collection made exclusively for leading furniture and mattress retailer Raymour & Flanigan. The exclusive program is scheduled to launch the week of March 16 and will be available in all Raymour & Flanigan stores and online. Designed specifically for the retailer, the company says…
UncleMuenkel explains what circulatory distress is and why it causes discomfort. He connects this to the role of a mattress and the comfort levels retailers offer.
I recently saw a discussion on social media about whether people grew up in sleep-supportive or non-sleep-supportive households. For example, a sleep-supportive household is one where parents encourage rest and don’t make children feel guilty for sleeping in. By contrast, non-sleep-supportive households tend to equate rest with laziness; naps are frowned upon, or children are…
Frank Hood, Kingsdown’s CEO, tells Editor-at-Large Dave Perry how his company will debut consumer-facing AI technology this year as part of a broad initiative to help consumers pick the beds best-suited to meet their needs. He also previews new natural beds and the company’s Margaritaville offerings.
Conventional wisdom in the bedding industry holds that growth in the housing market logically translates to growth in the mattress market. But the reality, a leading mattress analyst says, is more complicated. Keith Hughes, an analyst with Truist Securities who has closely followed the mattress industry for decades, says there is a correlation between new…
According to an email obtained by Bedding News Now from a close source, American Mattress has converted its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing into a Chapter 7, often called “liquidation bankruptcy.” All American Mattress stores in Illinois and Indiana are closed as of March 10. Here is the email: American Mattress filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy…
With a long heritage of strong dealer relationships, independent home furnishings retailers have remained a cornerstone of the company’s luxury distribution strategy. At this April’s High Point Market, Shifman Mattress Company will introduce two updated collections designed to strengthen this critical retail segment and expand luxury merchandising opportunities. The company’s core line, newly named Devotion,…
