Part-Time Sales Associate - Famous Footwear

Caleres • South Plainfield, NJ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Famous Footwear Sales Associate, you are passionate about providing the best shoe store experience for every customer. You do this by creating a welcoming environment and in-store culture where customers say, “I’ll take it” and are loyal to your store, our brands, and our company. You are a team player, celebrating individual and team successes. You are committed to staying informed about trends and sharing that knowledge with customers, ultimately building engaging customer experiences. Most importantly, you LOVE shoes and regardless of your style, you help every person who enters the store experience a little bit of that Famous Feeling.
Famous Footwear is part of Caleres Inc., a diverse portfolio of 15 global footwear brands including Sam Edelman, Naturalizer, Vionic, Dr. Scholl's, Allen Edmonds, and many more. Caleres' legacy includes more than 140-years of craftsmanship, a passion for fit and business savvy, with a mission to continue to inspire people to feel great…feet first.
Caleres is an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. We believe our company should be as diverse as the consumers we serve. We seek and engage talented individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, lifestyles, and belief systems. Additionally, the above position is posted in accordance with Title 33 Mashantucket Pequot Tribal and Native American Preference Law - Native Americans receive preference in hiring for this position.
Caleres and Famous Footwear are invested in our Associates. We regularly review our pay matrices and update appropriately based on need. Starting pay is determined by several factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. The actual pay rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Please visit yourcaleres.com to review all associated benefits.
Fraudulent Recruiting Disclaimer: Please beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate Caleres, contacts will use @caleres.com email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a Caleres employee, please refer to our fraudulent recruiting statement found here: https://www.caleres.com/careers/be-aware-of-recruiting-fraud

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Able to build constructive and effective relationships within store
• Demonstrates an ability to communicate positively with store associates at all levels
• Must exercise independent judgment and discretion partnering with 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 the needs of the business, including holidays, nights, weekends and extended hours
• Ability to regularly lift up to 40 lbs. from floor level to above shoulder height utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques
• Ability to meet demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting
• Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time

Nice To Haves

• Love shoes

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily store tasks (pricing, shipment processing, fulfillment and inventory) are dialed in, keeping the store running smoothly.
• Utilize company standards to keep the store clean, organized, and all styles easily shoppable.
• Champion Famous culture with pride by embodying behaviors that power Customer Connection.
• Provide stellar customer engagement, leaving customers wowed with consistently top-notch experiences.
• Bring your best to each day; take accountability for your effort and its impact on Famous Footwear’s overall performance.
• Review store performance and drive sales with purpose and urgency to achieve goals.
• Deliver clear, concise and timely communications to the entire store team and employ active listening to ensure understanding among teammates.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Act with integrity, be open to and seek feedback to improve skillset and further professional development.
• Uphold a work environment where every associate feels included and respected.
• Maintain a positive and proactive mindset, even in the face of challenges.
• Assist teammates with training and development when needed.
• Hunt for perfect styles to suit customer needs.
• Make shoe recommendations and ensure customers leave with the perfect fit and that Famous Feeling.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed to ensure the needs of the business are met.

Benefits

• 30% Associate Discount across Caleres’s retail stores – Famous Footwear, Naturalizer, Sam Edelman, and Allen Edmonds.
• Relaxed Dress Code
• Small Team Environment
• Daily Access to Pay with Dayforce Wallet
• Ease of Transferring Locations
• Career Development and Learning Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programs (24/7 access to emotional support, work-life solutions, legal guidance, financial resources, etc.)
• PTO, Health, and Retirement for eligible full-time associates

What This Job Offers

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