Retail Sales Associate

Skechers; Cookstown; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading footwear company in Ontario is seeking a Sales Associate, known as a Product Specialist. You will engage with customers, provide exceptional service, and assist in achieving sales goals. This entry-level position offers a starting rate of $18.15 and includes benefits such as competitive pay, discounts, and training opportunities for skill development. The ideal candidate should be eager to provide excellent customer service and work a flexible schedule.

Benefits

Competitive pay with regular pay increases

Generous discounts on Skechers products

Flexible schedule for work-life balance

On-the-job training

Qualifications

• Eager to deliver top-notch customer service in an entry-level retail role.
• Driven to meet and exceed retail sales goals.
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable with cashier responsibilities.
• Able to work a flexible schedule with evening and weekend availability.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to provide personalized advice on Skechers products.
• Actively contribute to achieving store and individual sales goals.
• Keep the store looking its best by organizing displays and managing merchandise.
• Handle cashier responsibilities and accurately process payments.
• Stay informed on Skechers latest products to improve customer experience.
• Work alongside other employees to create an inviting store environment.

Skills

Customer service

Retail sales

Cashier duties

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Sales Associate, better known as a “Product Specialist,” at Skechers, you’re not just working a job—you’re joining a team where growth, customer connections, fashion, and comfort are at the core. In this entry-level retail role, you’ll engage with customers, provide exceptional customer service, and contribute to the success of the store. Whether you’re passionate about retail sales, skilled as a cashier, or looking for a position with a flexible schedule, this opportunity offers room to grow.

COMPENSATION RATE:

STARTING RATE: $18.15

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS AS A SALES ASSOCIATE:

• Competitive pay with regular pay increases.
• Generous discounts on Skechers footwear, apparel, and accessories (including exclusive discounts for Friends and Family!).
• Flexible schedule for work-life balance.
• On-the-job training to build skills in retail sales, customer service, and cashier duties.
• Additional Benefits & Perks to be reviewed during the interview process.
• Potential for growth within Skechers global brand.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Customer Service: Engage with customers to provide personalized advice on Skechers products, ensuring each customer walks away with the perfect choice. Exceptional customer service is our top priority.
• Retail Sales Goals: Actively contribute to achieving store and individual sales goals. As a Sales Associate, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills in retail sales and learn about our product offerings.
• Store Operations: Keep the store looking its best by organizing displays, restocking shelves, and managing merchandise. This role involves lifting and carrying shoes and boxes (occasional lifting up to 50 pounds) and staying on your feet throughout most of your shift.
• Cashier Duties: Handle cashier responsibilities, accurately processing payments, and ensuring customers leave with a great final impression.
• Product Knowledge: Stay informed on Skechers latest footwear, apparel, and accessories, sharing product details to improve the customer experience and boost sales.
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside other employees to create an inviting store environment that reflects the Skechers brand and meets company standards.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• Eager to deliver top-notch customer service in an entry-level retail role.
• Driven to meet and exceed retail sales goals.
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable with cashier responsibilities.
• Able to work a flexible schedule with evening and weekend availability.
• Excitement to represent the Skechers brand with energy, enthusiasm and a sense of urgency!

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Experience in retail sales, customer service, or cashier roles is a plus but not essential.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of application.

Kickstart your career in retail sales with Skechers!

About Skechers

Skechers, a global Fortune 500 brand develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Developing comfort technologies is the foundation of all we do – delivering stylish, innovative, and quality products. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,200 company-and third-party-owned retail locations. Headquartered in Southern California, with offices and distribution centers around the globe, Skechers has spent over 30 years helping people of all ages look and feel good.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Skechers is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, Skechers is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Skechers employs and treats any and all applicants and employees on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excusing an applicant from consideration for employment.

Reasonable Accommodation

I understand that Skechers makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees if requested, unless to do so would pose an undue hardship, in accordance with applicable legislation. It is your responsibility to notify Human Resources if you require a reasonable accommodation to fulfill the essential functions of your job.