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Sales Associate (temp, part-time-15hr)

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Vans

20d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Sales & Business Development
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You love engaging with customers, have a positive attitude, and are passionate about the brand. Flexibility for weekends and holidays is key. Previous experience is a plus, but a strong value alignment matters most.
  • You will provide excellent customer service, maintain product knowledge, uphold merchandising standards, stay informed on trends, and follow operational procedures in the store and stock room.

Requirements

  • You love interacting with customers. You set a great example for the rest of the team with your hands-on mentality, enthusiasm, and passion for delivering a fantastic customer experience.
  • You have a positive can-do attitude, facing all situations in the store
  • You are passionate about our brand, fashion, and retail in general
  • You have excellent written and verbal communication in English (another language is a plus but not necessary)
  • You are flexible when it comes to working weekends, evenings and holidays as necessary
  • Previous experience is great but not necessary. What matters most of all is that you live and demonstrate our Guiding Principles: Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Persevere.

Responsibilities

  • Providing the highest level of customer service, ensuring that all customers are treated with respect
  • Developing a thorough knowledge of products in store
  • Maintaining merchandising standards in accordance with brand guidelines
  • Keeping up to date with current trends and the brand’s place within the market
  • Following all operational procedures in the store and in the stock room.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Sales Associate (temp, part-time 15hr).

Where is the job located?

The job is located at Vans in Clarks Village, Somerset.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Sales Associate?

The primary responsibilities include providing high levels of customer service, developing knowledge of products, maintaining merchandising standards, keeping up to date with current trends, and following operational procedures.

Is previous experience required for this position?

Previous experience is great but not necessary. What matters most is demonstrating the company's Guiding Principles.

What qualities make a perfect Sales Associate?

The perfect Sales Associate loves interacting with customers, has a positive attitude, is passionate about the brand and retail, possesses excellent communication skills, and is flexible with scheduling.

What benefits are offered to Sales Associates?

Benefits include competitive salary, 50% staff discounts, career ownership, a feedback-based culture, and tailored training for professional and personal growth.

Is there an emphasis on diversity in the workplace?

Yes, the company fosters a culture of belonging and celebrates diversity while providing equal opportunities for all associates and applicants.

What should I do if I'm interested in applying for this role?

If you're interested, we encourage you to apply and we look forward to hearing from you!

Will I be contacted if my application is successful?

Yes, due to the high volume of candidates, only successful applicants will be contacted for the interview stage.

Are there opportunities for career growth and development at Vans?

Yes, there are opportunities for career ownership, knowledge building, and ongoing training both online and face-to-face.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1966
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Vans® is the original action sports footwear company rooted in authenticity and creativity. Founded in 1966, Vans has thrived on a legacy of impacting our greater community through Vans’ four pillars: action sports, music, art and street culture. We are constantly inspired by the expressive creators within our company and community as they bring new and innovative perspectives to help shape and transform the future of our business. Do you want to know more about the incredible story behind Vans? Have a look at vans.com Vans® is part of VF Corporation one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish most through a family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands including Vans®, The North Face®, Timberland®, Dickies®, Eastpak®, Kipling®, icebreaker®, Napapijri® and many more. Our purpose is to power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. We believe that when you discover the difference between a career and a calling, you get so much more out of life. When those lines begin to blur, you start to limit yourself much less and start aiming for more. That’s what we want for everyone who joins us at VF. And frankly, that’s what it takes to thrive here too.