Part-Time Sales Associate - Famous Footwear

Caleres • Elk River, MN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Famous Footwear Sales Associate, you provide an excellent shoe-store experience by creating a welcoming environment and engaging customers with attentive service, product knowledge, and recommendations. You help customers find shoes that suit their needs and deliver a positive shopping experience while supporting store and team success.

The role also supports daily store operations, including pricing, shipment processing, fulfillment, and inventory. Associates maintain a clean, organized, easily shoppable store; follow company policies and procedures; communicate with teammates; and contribute to sales goals. The position requires a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights, weekends, and extended hours as needed. Overtime may be required to meet business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to build constructive and effective relationships within the store.
• Ability to communicate positively with store associates at all levels.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion, partnering with the Store Sales Manager as needed.
• Strong working knowledge of general retail practices and procedures.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet business needs, including holidays, nights, weekends, and extended hours.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 40 pounds from floor level to above shoulder height using appropriate equipment and safety techniques.
• Ability to meet the demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting.
• Ability to remain mobile on the sales floor for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging customer service and create a welcoming in-store experience.
• Recommend shoe styles and brands that meet customers’ needs, including helping customers find the right fit.
• Support daily store operations, including pricing, shipment processing, fulfillment, and inventory.
• Keep the store clean, organized, and easy to shop in accordance with company standards.
• Review store performance and contribute to sales goals.
• Communicate clearly and promptly with the store team and actively listen to teammates.
• Follow company policies and procedures and seek feedback to improve skills.
• Promote an inclusive, respectful, and positive work environment.
• Assist teammates with training and development when needed.

Benefits

• 30% associate discount across Caleres retail stores, including Famous Footwear, Naturalizer, Sam Edelman, and Allen Edmonds.
• Relaxed dress code and a supportive, hands-on small-team environment.
• Daily access to earned pay through Dayforce Wallet, without fees.
• Ability to transfer among more than 850 store locations.
• Education assistance of up to $7,500 per year for full-time associates.
• Career development and learning opportunities, including opportunities to pursue careers at corporate offices.
• 24/7 access to employee assistance resources, including emotional support, work-life solutions, legal guidance, and financial resources.
• PTO, health benefits, and retirement benefits for eligible full-time associates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED