Vans: Sales Associate - Fifth Ave.

Vans • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Sales Associate at Vans, you will be the voice of the brand, enhancing the consumer experience through genuine interactions and selling innovative products. This role is for individuals who thrive in an environment that celebrates individuality and authenticity, and who aspire to a career in retail with a company dedicated to personal growth. Vans, founded in 1966, is an original action sports footwear company rooted in authenticity and creativity, impacting its community through action sports, music, art, and street culture. The company's mission is to empower everyone to use creativity to discover themselves, fostering a world where anyone can be their unique self. Vans is driven by values of HEART (Van Doren Spirit), CURIOSITY, AUTHENTICITY, INGENUITY, and COMMUNITY, and is committed to inclusivity, celebrating an environment where individuality is embraced, equal opportunities thrive, and everyone is empowered to reach their greatest potential.

Requirements

• Proven communication skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business; will require weekends, evenings, and holidays
• Ability to be solution oriented
• Ability to be flexible in a fast paced environment

Nice To Haves

• 0-1 years of related professional/retail experience is preferred
• A formal education and subsequent undergraduate/graduate degrees are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.

Responsibilities

• Build sales by maintaining a consumer centric mindset and using selling behaviors through genuine interactions with consumers.
• Ensure the store is consistently recovered and consumer ready by meeting brand standards.
• Use strong verbal and nonverbal communication skills to exceed sales results.
• Regularly interact with consumers within the store, providing a high level of customer service.
• Adhere to policies, procedures and practices that align with company directives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees