Sales Associate

The North Face; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Training opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

The North Face in Amsterdam is seeking a Sales Associate to join our team. If you enjoy connecting with people, have a passion for outdoor lifestyles, and thrive in a fast-paced retail environment, we’d love to hear from you.

You will deliver exceptional customer experiences, support store operations, and promote current collections and loyalty programs. A part-time role with generous employee discounts and development opportunities awaits the right candidate in a diverse VF Corporation

Qualifications

• Previous retail or customer service experience is an advantage but not essential.
• Passion for outdoors, sports, fashion, or active lifestyles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude with a customer-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service by building genuine connections with customers.
• Understand customer needs and provide tailored product recommendations.
• Share knowledge of The North Face products, technologies, and sustainability initiatives.
• Ensure every customer leaves the store feeling inspired and valued.
• Support day-to-day store activities, including replenishment, stock handling, and merchandising.
• Maintain high standards of store presentation and visual merchandising.
• Assist with receiving deliveries and stock organization.
• Support opening and closing procedures when required.
• Contribute to achieving individual and store sales targets.
• Promote current collections, campaigns, and loyalty programs.
• Help create a positive and energetic shopping environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to achieve shared goals.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Outdoor lifestyle

Fluent English

Job description

Section:Retail Store

Never Stop Exploring

At The North Face, we believe exploration has the power to change us, challenge us, and help us see the world from new perspectives. For more than 50 years, we’ve been creating innovative outdoor products that enable people to explore the outdoors and protect the natural world we all share.

We’re looking for a passionate and customer-focused Sales Associate to join our team in Amsterdam. If you enjoy connecting with people, have a passion for outdoor lifestyles, and thrive in a fast-paced retail environment, we’d love to hear from you.

How You Will Make a Difference

As a Sales Associate, you will play a vital role in creating memorable experiences for our customers while bringing The North Face brand to life on the sales floor.

Customer Experience

• Deliver exceptional customer service by building genuine connections with customers.
• Understand customer needs and provide tailored product recommendations.
• Share your knowledge of The North Face products, technologies, and sustainability initiatives.
• Ensure every customer leaves the store feeling inspired and valued.

Store Operations

• Support day-to-day store activities, including replenishment, stock handling, and merchandising.
• Maintain high standards of store presentation and visual merchandising.
• Assist with receiving deliveries and stock organization.
• Support opening and closing procedures when required.

Commercial Performance

• Contribute to achieving individual and store sales targets.
• Promote current collections, campaigns, and loyalty programs.
• Help create a positive and energetic shopping environment.

Teamwork

• Collaborate with colleagues to achieve shared goals.
• Support a culture of inclusivity, respect, and continuous learning.
• Act as a proud ambassador for The North Face and VF Corporation.

What You Bring

• Previous retail or customer service experience is an advantage but not essential.
• Passion for the outdoors, sports, fashion, or active lifestyles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude with a customer-first mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Language Requirements

• Good command of English.
• Dutch is a strong advantage but not mandatory.
• Additional languages are a plus given Amsterdam’s international customer base.

What We Offer

• A part-time role within one of the world’s most iconic outdoor brands.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Generous employee discounts across VF brands, including The North Face, Vans, Timberland, and Napapijri.
• Training and development opportunities.
• A diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for future career growth within VF Corporation.

Diversity & Inclusion

At VF, we are committed to fostering a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness, and authenticity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and want to be part of a global outdoor brand that inspires exploration, we’d love to hear from you.

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