DSW Store Associate Part-Time

Designer Brands; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading retail company as a DSW Store Associate Part-Time, where you'll engage with customers, maintain store standards, and support an inclusive team environment. No prior experience is required, making it a great entry-level opportunity.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills required.
• Friendly, professional, and customer-focused demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly and personalize their experience.
• Ensure a neat, clean, and safe store environment.
• Process transactions accurately and handle cash.

Skills

Customer Engagement

Communication

Technology Proficiency

Job description

Join to apply for the DSW Store Associate Part-Time role at Designer Brands

Find Your Fit at DSW

We have a personal relationship with our shoes! You might say we're shoe obsessed. Our shoes tell the world who we are, make us feel great, and inspire us to be our authentic selves. When you embark on a career with DSW, you join a community grounded in our core values. Our value of We Belong means including many voices at the table, with different perspectives enriching our dialogue. We support our associates in putting their best foot forward and helping our customers do the same. As we grow, we're excited for YOU to be part of DSW's evolution.

Reports to:

Store Manager and/or Customer Experience Leader (CEL)

Our Values

• We Love What We Do: Bring positive energy and enthusiasm.
• We Own What We Do: Give and receive feedback openly and embrace change as opportunities for growth.
• We Do What's Right: Model high standards of honesty and integrity.
• We Belong: Value unique experiences and encourage different perspectives.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Customer Engagement: Greet every customer warmly, read cues, match needs with service, and personalize the experience. Share the benefits of the DSW Loyalty program and enroll new members. Answer questions and process transactions via in-store sales or digital orders.
• Maintain Store Environment: Ensure a neat, clean, and safe environment. This includes clearing trash, cleaning the store and restrooms, vacuuming, and organizing stock. Receive freight, prepare merchandise, and maintain stockroom standards.
• Leverage In-Store and Digital Services: Complete fulfillment tasks, locate items, inspect products, package, and label for pickup or delivery. Use company tools to check product availability and assist customers accordingly.
• Customer Transactions and Asset Protection: Process transactions accurately, handle cash, operate registers, and partner with leadership on escalated issues. Follow asset protection policies.
• Teamwork and Energy: Participate in team meetings, training, and be receptive to coaching. Support an inclusive team environment.

Required Skills

• Availability to meet business needs.
• Friendly, professional, and customer-focused demeanor.
• Ability to work at a pace to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency with technology (registers, smartphones, calculators).
• Ability to stand or walk up to 100% of the time, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform physical tasks like stooping or crouching.

Experience

• No prior retail experience required.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Purchasing
• Industries: Retail