Part-Time Sales Associate - Allen Edmonds

Caleres • Woodmere, OH

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About The Position

At Allen Edmonds, Sales Associates provide exceptional, engaged, customer-first service that embodies the brand. They develop and consistently demonstrate a detailed understanding of the sales process and product line to meet customers’ needs. The role offers competitive base rates, flexible schedules, and the opportunity to earn uncapped commission in each pay period.

The position also supports store presentation and daily operations, including stock work, visual displays, opening and closing procedures, and maintenance of the store and merchandise as needed. Associates work toward business goals while focusing on self-development and personal achievement. Other responsibilities may be assigned as needed to meet business needs.

The posting identifies this as a part-time position. It lists preferred qualifications of 1–3 years of relevant experience and describes physical demands including lifting, ladder or step-stool use, and frequent movement while working on the sales floor.

Requirements

• Preferred: 1–3 years of experience in retail store sales, customer service or hospitality, or a combination of applicable experience in a comparable brand environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment, with a customer-service focus.
• Proficiency with general computer use and Microsoft Office, and ability to learn and retain details about unfamiliar proprietary systems.
• Ability to perform point-of-sale functions, including register operation and cash handling.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 40 pounds from floor level to above shoulder height using appropriate equipment and safety techniques.
• Ability to use step stools or ladders of varying sizes to reach stock-room inventory.
• Ability to meet demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting.
• Ability to remain mobile on the sales floor for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• 1–3 years of experience in retail sales, customer service or hospitality, or comparable brand experience (listed as preferred).

Responsibilities

• Build relationships and provide exceptional customer experiences by demonstrating products and explaining their features and benefits.
• Create a strong service atmosphere tailored to customers’ needs and tastes.
• Resolve customer questions and concerns professionally to ensure a seamless brand experience.
• Support store presentation and daily operations through stock work and visual displays.
• Assist with timely opening and closing procedures.
• Assist with maintenance of the store and merchandise as needed.
• Work toward strategic business goals while focusing on self-development, personal accomplishment, and achievement.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed to meet business needs.

Benefits

• Competitive base rates and uncapped commission-based earning opportunity.
• Monthly incentive bonus opportunity when the store meets required sales and performance goals.
• 30% associate discount across Caleres retail stores, plus additional seasonal discounts on Allen Edmonds products.
• Dayforce Wallet access to earned pay without fees.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programs, including emotional support, work-life solutions, legal guidance, and financial resources.
• Education assistance of up to $7,500 per year for full-time associates.
• PTO, health benefits, and 401(k) for full-time associates.
• Flexible schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed