Part-Time Sales Lead - Famous Footwear

Caleres • Ridgecrest, CA

11d • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Famous Footwear Sales Lead, you provide an excellent shoe-store experience by creating a welcoming environment and fostering an in-store culture that encourages customer loyalty. You take on additional responsibilities, execute carefully, work as a team player, and stay informed about trends to share with teammates and customers. You help customers find styles that suit their needs and leave with the right fit and a positive Famous Footwear experience.

The role supports the store manager by helping motivate and train associates, communicate direction, achieve sales goals, and maintain store operations. Responsibilities include opening and closing the store, pricing and inventory tasks, and keeping the store clean, organized, and easy to shop. You are expected to uphold company policies, contribute to an inclusive and supportive team culture, and provide attentive customer service. Other responsibilities may be performed as needed to meet business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of general retail practices and procedures.
• Some retail store management experience, or relevant management experience in lieu.
• Previous experience working on a team and motivating others to accomplish a goal.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and communicate direction set by the store manager.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and train associates on selling and operational processes.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights, weekends, and extended hours, and meet role availability requirements.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 40 pounds 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 customer environment and deliver attentive, engaging customer service.
• Encourage and coach teammates on selling behaviors and customer connection.
• Drive sales and take accountability for individual goals and their impact on store performance.
• Support retail operations, including pricing, inventory, opening and closing, and maintaining a clean, organized, shoppable store.
• Follow company policies and use available team members and resources to complete tasks.
• Promote an inclusive, respectful, positive, and supportive team culture.
• Recommend shoes and styles that meet customers’ needs and help them find the right fit.
• Communicate the store manager’s direction and help associates accomplish goals.
• Mentor and train associates on selling and operational processes.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed to meet business needs.

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.
• 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 access to employee assistance resources, including 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