Vans: Sales Lead - Crossgates Mall

Vans • Albany, NY

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About The Position

Vans is hiring a Sales Lead to support the store leadership team in achieving a high level of customer engagement and sales results. The Sales Lead models the Vans brand, provides sales-related feedback, and coaches associate performance in an inclusive environment that celebrates individuality and authenticity. The role may suit someone seeking a career in retail and opportunities to grow into a future leader.

The position regularly involves interacting with consumers in the store and providing personalized customer service. The Sales Lead may occasionally take responsibility for the store when another manager is absent, including covering breaks or meal periods or opening the store without a supervisor or manager. The stated hiring range is $19.00–$23.18 USD per hour, with potential additional compensation through an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission. The posting describes this as a part-time or limited-time position and notes that it is not eligible for all VF Corporation benefits plans.

Requirements

• 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.
• Ability to drive results through store teams and exceed sales and profit goals.
• 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 and 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 tasks such as bending, reaching, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting light to moderate weight, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Related professional retail experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.
• Assist in maximizing store sales and achieving 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 with consumers.
• Assist with providing direct feedback, coaching, and supervision to associates.
• Occasionally assume responsibility for the store when another manager is absent, including covering breaks or meal periods or opening without a supervisor or manager.
• Regularly interact with consumers in the store and provide a high level of customer service.
• Provide actionable feedback to store associates.
• Follow policies, procedures, and practices aligned with company directives.

Benefits

• The position may participate in some VF Corporation benefits plans, but is not eligible for all plans because it is described as part-time or limited-time.

What This Job Offers

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