About the position
Vans is seeking a Seasonal Sales Associate to join our team at the Buena Park Mall. This role is pivotal in supporting our store during the back-to-school season, where you will help customers find their perfect footwear while sharing your passion for exceptional customer service. As a Seasonal Sales Associate, you will be part of an exciting environment that values genuine interactions with consumers and a consumer-centric mindset. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and flexible hours, making it a great opportunity for those looking to gain experience in retail. High-performing associates may have the chance to transition into regular employment with Vans, providing a solid foundation for a career in retail. You will enjoy a generous employee discount of 50% off products across VF Brands, including Vans, The North Face, Timberland, and more. This role requires a commitment to maintaining brand standards and ensuring the store is always consumer-ready. You will be expected to engage with customers regularly, providing a high level of service and adhering to company policies and procedures. This position is part-time and may require working weekends, evenings, and holidays to meet the needs of the business. Join us in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work.
Responsibilities
- Build sales by maintaining a consumer-centric mindset and using selling behaviors through genuine interactions with consumers.
- Ensure the store is consistently recovered and consumer-ready by meeting brand standards.
- Use strong verbal and nonverbal communication skills to exceed sales results.
- Regularly interact with consumers within the store, providing a high level of customer service.
- Adhere to policies, procedures, and practices that align with company directives.
Requirements
- Proven communication skills.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business; will require weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- Ability to be solution-oriented.
- Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment.
- 0-1 years of related professional/retail experience is preferred.
Nice-to-haves
- A formal education and subsequent undergraduate/graduate degrees are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.
Benefits
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
