Part-Time Sales Associate - Famous Footwear

Caleres • Chelmsford, MA

6d • $15 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Famous Footwear Sales Associate, you provide a welcoming, engaging shoe-store experience and help customers find styles and brands that fit their needs. You contribute to a positive in-store culture, stay informed about trends, support teammates, and help customers leave with the right fit and a positive impression.

You also help keep daily store operations running smoothly, including pricing, shipment processing, fulfillment, and inventory. You maintain a clean, organized, shoppable store; support sales goals; communicate effectively with the team; follow company policies; and contribute to associate training and development when needed. Other responsibilities may be assigned to meet business needs, and overtime may be required.

The position requires frequent mobility and physical activity on the sales floor, including lifting up to 40 pounds. The role is part-time and requires schedule flexibility, including availability for holidays, nights, weekends, and extended hours.

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 that meets 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

• Create welcoming customer experiences and provide attentive, helpful engagement.
• Recommend shoes and styles that meet customers’ needs and help them find the right fit.
• Stay informed about trends and share relevant knowledge with customers.
• Complete daily retail tasks, 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 listen actively to ensure understanding.
• Follow company policies and procedures, seek feedback, and pursue professional development.
• Contribute to an inclusive, positive work environment and support teammates.
• Assist with training and development of teammates when needed.

Benefits

• 30% associate discount across Caleres retail stores.
• Relaxed dress code and a supportive, hands-on team environment.
• Dayforce Wallet access to earned pay 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 grow careers at corporate offices.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program access, including 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
• Education Level: High school or GED