Part-Time Sales Associate - Famous Footwear

Caleres • Aurora, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Famous Footwear Sales Associate, you provide an engaging shoe-store experience by creating a welcoming environment and helping customers find styles and brands that meet their needs. You stay informed about trends, share product knowledge, and contribute to customer loyalty and a positive in-store culture.

You support daily store operations, including pricing, shipment processing, fulfillment, and inventory, while helping keep the store clean, organized, and easy to shop. You contribute to sales goals, communicate clearly with teammates, follow company policies, seek feedback, and support an inclusive and positive work environment. Other responsibilities may be performed as needed to meet business needs; overtime may be required.

The role requires regular lifting of up to 40 pounds, frequent physical activity, and mobility on the sales floor for extended periods. The position 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 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive customer engagement and recommend shoes and styles suited to customers' needs.
• Support daily retail operations, including pricing, shipment processing, fulfillment, and inventory.
• Keep the store clean, organized, and merchandise easy to shop according to company standards.
• Review store performance and contribute to sales goals with accountability and urgency.
• Communicate clearly and in a timely manner with the store team, and listen actively to ensure understanding.
• Follow company policies and procedures, act with integrity, and seek feedback for professional development.
• Promote an inclusive, respectful, and positive work environment and support teammates.
• Assist with training and development of teammates when needed.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed to meet business needs; overtime may be required.

Benefits

• 30% associate discount across Caleres retail stores.
• Relaxed dress code and supportive small-team environment.
• 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 development and learning opportunities, including opportunities to grow into corporate roles.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programs with 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