Sales Lead

Steve Madden Canada; Surrey; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Steve Madden Canada is seeking a Sales Lead to energize our store floor, drive daily sales, and curate an iconic shopping experience. You will lead by example, manage opening/closing procedures, and build a loyal client base with top-tier selling skills.

You will guide the stylist team, execute visual merchandising, monitor deliveries, and ensure loss prevention while maintaining an energetic, fashion-forward store ambiance.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years’ experience as a Sales Lead/Keyholder within a trendsetting fashion brand.
• Previous experience in Sales Leadership and/or managing sales targets and KPI’s
• Completed education in Fashion and/or retail management (asset)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in English

Responsibilities

• Trend Expert: Stay ahead of the latest fashion drops, campaigns, and promotions to confidently speak to product details and maximize sales.
• Lead the Numbers: Set the pace as a top sales performer, demonstrating elite selling skills to drive floor productivity and smash daily goals.
• Unlock the Floor: Step up and run the floor confidently as the manager-on-duty whenever the Store Manager and Assistant Manager are away.
• Visual Perfection: Bring our products to life by executing seamless floor moves, effective visual merchandising displays, and keeping the store looking immaculate.
• Stockroom Hustle: Confidently pull weight by monitoring deliveries, processing incoming shipments, and keeping the floor beautifully replenished with the bestsellers.
• Protect the Brand: Keep the team safe and secure by adhering to all company policies, loss prevention tactics, security measures, and correct pricing/signing guidelines.

Skills

Sales Leadership

Team Leadership

Customer Experience

Trend Expert

Visual Merchandising

English Communication

Education

Fashion/Retail Management education (asset)

Job description

At Steve Madden, the energy of our brand starts with our employees!

We are looking for a trendsetting Sales Lead to join us,who share our passion for fashion and have the hustle to drive our legacy and own the results. We don’t just manage teams; we inspire them by walking the walk, heavily rooted in our core values of teamwork and responsibility.

Steve Madden Sales Leads are the spark on our sales floor! Partnering closely with the management team, you’ll unlock the store’s potential—literally and figuratively—by managing opening/closing procedures, driving the floor energy, and curating an iconic, unmatched vibe that turns heads.

You are the ultimate trendsetter and brand ambassador, leading the stylist squad by example with top-tier selling skills, building a loyal client base, and crushing those daily sales targets

Your Daily Hustle (Key Responsibilities)

Fashion, Vibes & Customer Experience

• Trend Expert: Stay ahead of the latest fashion drops, campaigns, and promotions to confidently speak to product details and maximize sales.


• Lead the Numbers: Set the pace as a top sales performer, demonstrating elite selling skills to drive floor productivity and smash daily goals.

Floor Leadership & Store Operations

• Unlock the Floor: Step up and run the floor confidently as the manager-on-duty whenever the Store Manager and Assistant Manager are away.


• Visual Perfection: Bring our products to life by executing seamless floor moves, effective visual merchandising displays, and keeping the store looking immaculate.


• Stockroom Hustle: Confidently pull weight by monitoring deliveries, processing incoming shipments, and keeping the floor beautifully replenished with the bestsellers.


• Protect the Brand: Keep the team safe and secure by adhering to all company policies, loss prevention tactics, security measures, and correct pricing/signing guidelines.

Physical Vibes & Expectations

• High-Energy Hustle: Bring non‑stop energy to the floor for 6–8 hours while staying ready to safely lift boxes up to 50 lbs and climb ladders up to 10 feet to pull fresh inventory.

Education and/or Experience

• 2-4 years’ experience as a Sales Lead/Keyholder within a trendsetting fashion brand.


• Previous experience in Sales Leadership and/or managing sales targets and KPI’s


• Completed education in Fashion and/or retail management (asset)


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in English