Part-Time Sales Lead - Famous Footwear

Caleres • Vancouver, WA

10d

About The Position

As a Famous Footwear Sales Lead, you help create a welcoming store environment and deliver engaging customer experiences that build customer loyalty. You stay informed about trends, share that knowledge with customers and teammates, and help customers find shoes that suit their needs. You take on additional responsibilities, contribute to the team, and celebrate individual and team successes.

The role includes supporting teammates through coaching on customer-selling behaviors, driving sales toward goals, and helping maintain store operations. Responsibilities include pricing and inventory tasks, opening and closing the store, and keeping the store clean, organized, and easy to shop. Sales Leads follow company policies, make effective use of team resources, promote an inclusive and supportive culture, and provide attentive customer service.

This is a part-time role. The position requires a flexible schedule that may include holidays, nights, weekends, and extended hours. Physical requirements include regularly lifting up to 40 pounds, frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting, as well as remaining mobile on the sales floor for extended periods.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Proficient 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 and meet the role’s availability requirements, including holidays, nights, weekends, and extended hours.
• 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 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

• Help create a welcoming store culture and inspire teammates through integrity, drive, and supportive coaching.
• Coach teammates on selling behaviors that support the 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 the store, and keeping the store clean, organized, and shoppable.
• Follow company policies and use team members and available resources to complete tasks.
• Promote an inclusive, positive, and supportive culture where associates feel valued and respected.
• Provide attentive customer service and recommend shoes and styles that meet customers’ needs.
• 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: 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 careers at corporate offices.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programs offering emotional support, work-life solutions, legal guidance, and financial resources through online and phone access.
• 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