Full-Time Sales Associate - Sam Edelman WTC

Sam Edelman • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Sam Edelman is hiring a Sales Associate to help deliver a world-class customer experience. The role is suited to a confident, proactive, trend-savvy person with experience working for a luxury or contemporary fashion brand, a strong sales focus, and an interest in working on the sales floor with clients and the team.

The Sales Associate assists customers using the “The Sam Style” model and a customer-first approach, supports store leadership in maintaining visual merchandising standards, and works to meet performance metrics while promoting company initiatives. The role also includes maintaining a clean, organized, safe, and easy-to-shop store; communicating with the Store Team and Store Sales Manager; and completing other assignments as directed by management.

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 while partnering with the Store Sales Manager and/or Assistant Managers as needed.
• 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 demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting.
• Ability to remain mobile on the sales floor for extended periods.
• Previous experience working with a luxury or contemporary fashion brand.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating an inviting, world-class shopping experience for Sam Edelman clients using the “The Sam Style” model and a customer-first approach.
• Actively engage with customers and build relationships.
• Assist store leadership with product placement and visual merchandising in accordance with company guidelines and expectations.
• Help keep the store clean, organized, safe, and easily shoppable.
• Meet performance metrics by showing enthusiasm for the brand and supporting company initiatives, contests, and strategies.
• Communicate clearly, concisely, and promptly with the Store Team and Store Sales Manager.
• Contribute to a professional store culture in which associates’ contributions are valued and respected.
• Complete other projects and assignments as directed by management.

Benefits

• Uncapped commission opportunity in addition to guaranteed hourly earnings.
• Monthly incentive bonus opportunity when the store meets required sales and performance goals.
• 50% discount on Sam Edelman shoes and 30% associate discount at Caleres retail stores, including Famous Footwear, Naturalizer, and Allen Edmonds.
• Contest rewards and prizes.
• Dayforce Wallet access to earned pay without fees.
• Employee Assistance Programs providing emotional support, work-life solutions, legal guidance, financial resources, and other support.
• PTO, medical benefits, and 401(k) for full-time associates.
• Career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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