Vans: Sales Lead - Huntington Beach

Vans • Huntington Beach, CA

2d • $20 - $25

About The Position

The Sales Lead supports the store leadership team in achieving high levels of customer engagement and sales results. The role models the Vans brand, provides sales-related feedback, and coaches associate performance in an inclusive environment that celebrates individuality and authenticity. It is intended for someone interested in a retail career and developing toward future leadership. The position may occasionally assume store responsibility when another manager is absent, including covering breaks or meal periods or opening the store without a supervisor or manager.

This is a part-time or limited-time position and is not eligible for all VF Corporation benefits plans. It is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential; specific eligibility details are provided during recruiting and interviewing. The hiring range is $19.90–$24.84 per hour.

Requirements

• Proven ability to drive results through store teams and exceed sales and profit goals.
• Proven ability to drive results through team coaching and operational excellence.
• Skill in coaching, motivating, and building high-performing, diverse teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence across all levels.
• Solution-oriented and flexible in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment.
• Ability to work independently, manage shifting priorities, and meet business expectations.
• Comfort using word processing, spreadsheets, and retail software tools.
• Ability to stand and move throughout the store for extended periods and perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting light to moderate weight, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• One year of related professional retail experience is preferred but not required.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred; hands-on experience and demonstrated achievements are valued most.
• Formal education and undergraduate or graduate degrees are appreciated, though overall experience and professional accomplishments are valued more.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.
• Help maximize store sales and achieve goals by monitoring sales progress and results against key targets.
• Foster a consumer-centric mindset and inclusive store environment, modeling selling behaviors through genuine interactions.
• Provide direct feedback, coaching, and supervision to associates.
• Occasionally assume responsibility for the store in a manager’s absence, including covering breaks or meal periods or opening without a supervisor or manager.
• Interact regularly with consumers in the store and provide a high level of customer service.
• Give actionable feedback to store associates and follow policies, procedures, and practices that align with company directives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED