Apparel Sales Rep Openings - Stay Involved For Future Roles

$30,000 - $45,000/Yr

Varsity Brands - Washington, DC

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Washington, DC

5,001-10,000 employees

Apparel Manufacturing

About the position

VARSITY SPIRIT, a division of VARSITY BRANDS, has been a leading global source for cheerleading, dance team, and performing arts apparel for over 50 years. With a commitment to safety and a focus on creating a positive environment for young people, Varsity Spirit employs over 5,000 individuals dedicated to celebrating school spirit. The company is recognized for its innovation in apparel, educational camps, clinics, and competitions, impacting more than a million athletes annually. As an Apparel Sales Representative, you will play a crucial role in connecting with customers, providing personalized service, and driving sales within your designated territory. This position is hybrid, allowing for both home office work and field-based sales activities, requiring you to reside in or near your territory to effectively manage client relationships. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and prospecting for territory sales, conducting fittings and consultations with coaches and athletes, and providing expert feedback on style and fit. You will also be expected to build lasting relationships with customers, travel to appointments within your territory, and excel in a work-from-home environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about fashion, possesses strong communication skills, and is eager to learn about the products and industry. This position offers a competitive salary range of $30,000 to $45,000, with additional performance-based incentives available.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prospect for territory sales
• Conduct consults and fittings with coaches and their athletes
• Provide honest and confident feedback about style and fit
• Seek fashion and product knowledge to build your expertise
• Build lasting relationships with customers
• Travel to appointments within the territory
• Excel in a work-from-home environment
• Recruit for summer camp brands

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business education or related field preferred
• Knowledge of cheer and dance industry preferred
• Able to generate leads, forecast your sales cycle, anticipate problems and create effective solutions
• Aspiration to meet and exceed sales goals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Strong organization and follow-through skills
• Ability to grasp new technology and understanding of Microsoft Suite
• Willingness to learn in-depth product construction, technicalities and pricing
• Ability to cultivate an in-home office environment that is distraction-free
• Ensure reliable travel for regular face-to-face touchpoints

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
• HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
• Wellbeing Program
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
• Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Employee Resource Groups
• St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
• Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!