Sales Associate

Snipes•Champaign, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

SNIPES is a leading global retailer of sneakers and streetwear, with over 750 stores across Europe and the USA. Since 1998, SNIPES has been deeply embedded in street culture, fostering community connections and continuous growth. Our brand thrives on youth culture, offering a wide selection of renowned sneaker and apparel brands online and in-store. We actively engage with subcultures, sponsor major hip-hop festivals and sports teams, and collaborate with influential figures like DJ Khaled to remain connected to our community and maintain our roots in global street culture. Through our community program, "SNIPES serves," we support local needs, empower individuals, and celebrate our dynamic culture, always prioritizing giving back.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age
Strong attention to detail
Able to work various shifts including weekends and holidays
Must present a neat appearance and personal grooming
Candidate will be required to stand for long periods of time throughout their shift.
Lifting between 15-30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Enthusiasm for the brand
Strong customer service skills
Excellent communication skills
Disciplined and self-motivated
Goal oriented
Team player
Adaptable and flexible
Fast learner

Responsibilities

Achieve or exceed established goals, including sales, hourly productivity, average dollar sale, units per transaction, conversion, charge accounts, and contests.
Actively participate in all contests, promotions, and sales incentive programs.
Maintain an awareness of all sales promotions.
Possess a complete working knowledge and utilize selling skills and customer service standards as set forth in Company training programs.
Develop and maintain customer relationships through a friendly attitude and excellent customer service.
Answer the telephone in a friendly and professional manner.
Meet Company standards for store appearance, performance, product knowledge, and store operations.
Assist store management as needed to maintain the store.
Keep sales floor and stock area clean and organized.
Follow visual merchandising standards, including keeping fixtures straightened and filled, colorizing displays, and others as directed by the Store Manager/Assistant Manager.
Assist Store Manager/Assistant Manager to take markdowns in a correct and timely manner.
Complete work within deadlines and ask for additional assignments.
Perform with minimum supervision.
Follow all security policies and procedures, including zone defense.
Recognize and react to potential loss prevention issues.
Watch for potential shortages through prompt servicing of customers, notifying management of external theft (shoplifting) and internal theft.