Part-Time Sales Associate - Famous Footwear

Caleres • Wichita, KS

11d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Famous Footwear Sales Associate, you provide an excellent shoe-store experience by creating a welcoming environment, engaging customers, sharing knowledge of trends and brands, and helping customers find shoes that fit their needs. You contribute to a positive, inclusive team culture and celebrate individual and team successes.

You support day-to-day store operations, including pricing, shipment processing, fulfillment, and inventory, while keeping the store clean, organized, and easy to shop. You help drive sales and achieve store goals, communicate effectively with teammates, follow company policies, seek feedback, and assist with training and development when needed. Other responsibilities may be assigned to meet business needs, and overtime may be required.

The role requires frequent mobility on the sales floor and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, along with other physical activities. The schedule may include holidays, nights, weekends, and extended hours.

Famous Footwear is part of Caleres Inc. Caleres describes itself as an Equal Opportunity Employer and states that it seeks talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.

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.
• Overtime may be required to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment and provide attentive, engaging customer service.
• Recommend shoes and brands that meet customers’ needs and help them find the right fit.
• Stay informed about trends and share relevant knowledge with customers.
• Complete daily store tasks, including pricing, shipment processing, fulfillment, and inventory.
• Keep the store clean, organized, and easy to shop in accordance with company standards.
• Review store performance and contribute to sales goals.
• Communicate clearly and promptly with the store team and listen actively to ensure understanding.
• Follow company policies and procedures, seek feedback, and develop job skills.
• Promote an inclusive and respectful work environment and support teammates.
• Assist with training and development when needed.

Benefits

• 30% associate discount across Caleres retail stores.
• Relaxed dress code.
• 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 careers at corporate offices.
• Employee assistance programs offering emotional support, work-life solutions, legal guidance, and financial resources.
• PTO, health benefits, 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