Part-Time Sales Associate - Famous Footwear

Caleres•Lancaster, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

If you're looking for that next step in your career, make it famous! To us, famous isn’t about standing out in the crowd. It’s about feeling good where you stand right now. Famous Footwear is your place for athletic, fashion and casual shoes for the whole family from hundreds of name brands. 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.

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

Responsibilities

Ensure daily store tasks (pricing, shipment processing, fulfillment and inventory) are dialed in, keeping the store running like a tightly laced sneaker.
Utilize company standards as a framework for success to keep the store clean, organized, and all styles easily shoppable.
Champion Famous culture with pride by embodying the behaviors that power Customer Connection.
Provide stellar customer engagement, leaving customers wowed with consistently top-notch experiences powered by attentiveness and determination to deliver them the styles and brands they crave.
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.
Embrace diversity and inclusivity, upholding a work environment where every associate feels included and respected.
Maintain a positive and proactive mindset, even in the face of challenges.
Uplift and support others by assisting teammates with training and development when needed.
Act as a shoe sleuth on the hunt for the perfect styles to suit customer needs.
Make shoe recommendations and ensure customers leave the store with the perfect fit.
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
Education assistance of up to $7500 per year for full-time associates
Opportunities for associates who want to grow their careers at corporate offices
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