Part-Time Sales Lead - Famous Footwear

Caleres • Monroe, NY

106d • $16 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Famous Footwear Sales Lead, you provide a welcoming store environment and a strong customer experience while helping customers find shoes that fit their needs and style. You share product and trend knowledge, contribute to a positive team culture, and take on additional responsibilities to support the store’s goals and execution.

The role supports sales performance and daily retail operations, including pricing, inventory, store opening and closing, and keeping the store clean, organized, and easy to shop. Sales Leads help coach associates on customer connection and selling behaviors, mentor and train them on sales and operational processes, communicate direction set by the store manager, and follow company policies. The position requires a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights, weekends, and extended hours, as well as the physical ability to perform regular retail-floor duties.

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, 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 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 inspire teammates through integrity, drive, and a caring, collaborative culture.
• Help coach associates on selling behaviors and customer connection.
• Drive sales and take accountability for individual goals and their impact on store performance.
• Support store 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.
• Deliver attentive customer service and help customers identify and select appropriate shoe styles and fits.
• Promote diversity and inclusion and help associates feel valued and respected.
• Mentor and train associates on selling and operational processes.
• Communicate and help carry out direction set by the store manager.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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