Part-Time Sales Lead - Famous Footwear

Caleres • Middletown, NY

86d • $16 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Sales Lead at Famous Footwear helps deliver a welcoming, engaging shoe-store experience and build customer loyalty. The role supports the store team by modeling integrity, enthusiasm, and Famous Footwear’s customer-focused culture; coaching teammates on selling behaviors; and helping customers find suitable styles and the right fit. The Sales Lead works toward sales goals and contributes to overall store performance, while helping maintain store operations, including pricing, inventory, opening and closing, cleanliness, and organization. The role also follows company policies, collaborates with store partners and resources, and supports an inclusive environment where associates feel valued and respected.

This position requires working a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights, weekends, and extended hours. It involves frequent movement and extended periods on the sales floor, as well as lifting and other physical activities.

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.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights, weekends, and extended hours.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 40 lbs. 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

• Create a welcoming store environment and provide attentive customer service that encourages customer loyalty.
• Model integrity, drive, and a positive attitude while supporting a culture of caring, camaraderie, diversity, and inclusion.
• Help coach teammates on the selling behaviors associated with Customer Connection.
• Work toward individual sales goals and contribute to Famous Footwear’s overall performance.
• Support store operations, including pricing, inventory, opening and closing, and keeping the store clean, organized, and easy to shop.
• Follow company policies and use team members and available resources to complete tasks.
• Stay informed about trends and share knowledge with teammates and customers.
• Recommend shoes and styles to customers and help them find the right fit.
• Mentor and train associates on selling and operational processes.
• Manage multiple tasks and communicate the store manager’s direction to associates.

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 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