Part-Time Sales Associate - Famous Footwear

Caleres • Wichita, KS

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Famous Footwear Sales Associate, you help create a welcoming store environment and deliver a strong shoe-shopping experience for every customer. You share knowledge of shoe trends, recommend styles, and help customers find the right fit while building loyalty to the store, its brands, and the company. You work collaboratively with the store team and contribute to a positive, inclusive culture.

The role supports daily retail operations, including pricing, shipment processing, fulfillment, and inventory, and helps keep the store clean, organized, and easy to shop. Sales Associates engage customers, support sales goals, communicate effectively with teammates, follow company policies and procedures, and assist with training and development when needed. Other responsibilities may be performed as needed to meet business needs, and overtime may be required.

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

• Complete daily store tasks, including pricing, shipment processing, fulfillment, and inventory.
• Keep the store clean, organized, and merchandise easy to shop in accordance with company standards.
• Provide attentive, engaging customer service and help customers find suitable styles and the right fit.
• Stay informed about trends and share product and style knowledge with customers.
• Review store performance and contribute to sales goals with accountability and urgency.
• Communicate clearly and promptly with the store team and listen actively to support shared understanding.
• Follow company policies and procedures, seek feedback, and work toward professional development.
• Support an inclusive, respectful workplace and help teammates with training and development when needed.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed to meet business needs.

Benefits

• 30% associate discount across Caleres retail stores.
• 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 growth opportunities, including opportunities at corporate offices.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programs offering emotional support, work-life solutions, legal guidance, and financial resources.
• PTO, health, 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