Seasonal Retail Associate - Energetic Brand Experience

VFCorporation; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

VF Corporation's Vans brand is seeking a Seasonal Sales Associate to welcome shoppers with energy and authenticity. You will drive a customer-first experience, share product knowledge, and support sales through merchandise presentation and store operations during peak seasons.

This role is ideal for someone with 0–1 year of experience and a high school diploma; you will work in a fast-paced retail environment, stand for long periods, and help maintain brand presentation while embracing

Qualifications

• Ability to engage a diverse group of customers.
• Strong communication skills—both verbal and written.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Customer service experience preferred; retail experience is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and share product and brand knowledge.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills including basic retail systems.
• Ability to stand and move throughout the store for extended periods and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high level of personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.
• Build sales by maintaining a consumer-centric mindset and modeling selling behaviors.
• Share relevant product, brand, and community knowledge to enhance the customer experience.
• Achieve individual and team sales goals by utilizing available resources and tools.
• Assist in visual merchandising, product replenishment, and maintaining brand presentation standards.
• Perform cashier duties and support loss prevention initiatives as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and customer-ready store environment.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Model inclusive behavior that respects diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• This position will support the store during peak season with potential to transition to regular employment.

Skills

Customer engagement

Verbal & written communication

Team collaboration

Retail experience

Product knowledge

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proficient computer skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Retail systems

Job description

VF Corporation's Vans brand is seeking a Seasonal Sales Associate to welcome shoppers with energy and authenticity. You will drive a customer-first experience, share product knowledge, and support sales through merchandise presentation and store operations during peak seasons.

This role is ideal for someone with 0–1 year of experience and a high school diploma; you will work in a fast-paced retail environment, stand for long periods, and help maintain brand presentation while embracing