Retail Team Lead (PT)
About The Position
Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. JOB MISSION Retail Team Leads function as an extension of Store Management, assisting with duties like opening/closing the store, interviewing candidates, and training new hires. On the sales floor, they lead by example, demonstrating exceptional customer service and brand representation.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- 2 years’ retail supervisory experience preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent educational experience
- Demonstrated leadership ability
- Strong customer service and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule to meet the demands of a thriving retail business, which may entail working on weekends and holidays
- Ability to: lift 4 lbs. consistently; lift up to 45 lbs. occasionally; push or pull 50 lbs. over 200 ft. occasionally; kneel or squat frequently; stand for extended periods of time; climb ladders occasionally; climb and descend stairs frequently (depending on location)
Nice To Haves
- 2 years’ retail supervisory experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Be a positive leadership presence on the sales floor and foster New Balance’s company culture
- Actively coach associates on the NB GUEST service model
- Help recruit and interview top tier talent
- Coordinate volunteer opportunities with store management to build our brand within the communities we serve
- Train current and new associates on the features and benefits of our products
- Play an integral part in the execution of inventory management
- Assist store leadership with opening and closing the store
- Uphold and communicate visual merchandising and brand standards
- Follow safety regulations, including proper lifting procedures and timely reporting of all accidents and near misses
Benefits
- Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly.
- New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K.
- We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks – opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs – that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally.
- You’ll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword – it’s part of our culture.
- Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.
- Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
