Part-Time Sales Associate - Famous Footwear

Caleres • Redmond, OR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Famous Footwear Sales Associate, you provide a welcoming store environment and a strong customer experience. You help customers find athletic, fashion, and casual shoes that fit their needs, share knowledge of trends and brands, and build customer loyalty. You contribute to a positive, inclusive team culture and celebrate individual and team successes.

You help keep the store clean, organized, and easy to shop by completing daily retail operations, including pricing, shipment processing, fulfillment, and inventory. You support store sales goals, communicate with teammates, follow company policies, and seek feedback to develop your skills. You may also assist with teammate training and development as needed. Other responsibilities may be performed to meet business needs, and overtime may be required.

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 lbs. 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 a welcoming environment and provide attentive, engaging customer service.
• Recommend shoes and styles suited to each customer's needs and help ensure a good fit.
• Stay informed about trends and share relevant knowledge with customers.
• Complete daily store tasks such as pricing, shipment processing, fulfillment, and inventory.
• Keep the store clean, organized, and merchandise easy to shop.
• Embody Famous Footwear's customer connection and inclusive team culture.
• Review store performance and contribute to sales goals with accountability and urgency.
• Communicate clearly and promptly with the store team and listen actively.
• Follow company policies and procedures, seek feedback, and pursue professional development.
• Support teammates and assist with training and development when needed.

Benefits

• 30% associate discount across Caleres retail stores, including Famous Footwear, Naturalizer, Sam Edelman, and Allen Edmonds.
• Relaxed dress code and a supportive, hands-on small-team environment.
• Daily 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.
• Employee Assistance Programs with 24/7 access to emotional support, work-life solutions, legal guidance, financial resources, and more.
• 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