Full-Time Sales Associate - Allen Edmonds

Famous Footwear; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Sales Associates to join their team. In this dynamic role, you will provide exceptional customer service while showcasing a variety of premium footwear products. Your ability to build relationships and create a welcoming atmosphere will be essential to enhancing the customer experience. With opportunities for uncapped commission and generous employee discounts, this position not only offers competitive pay but also a chance to grow your career in a supportive environment. If you're motivated and eager to excel, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

30% Associate Discount

Monthly Incentive Opportunities

Career Development Assistance

Employee Assistance Programs

Daily Access to Pay

PTO

Health Benefits

401(k) Plan

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in retail or customer service environments.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers and build strong relationships.
• Perform daily store operations and stock work.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Self-Motivation

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

1-3 years of retail experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Point of Sale Systems

Job description

Allen Edmonds Outlet #39124 Charlotte Premium Outlets, CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, February 24, 2025 at 6:00 AM | Expires Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 4:59 AM

Some things remain timeless. That's how we feel about our traditional 212-step manufacturing process that has been our basis for handcrafting premium men’s footwear & accessories in the U.S. since 1922. We feel a sense of pride that comes with making our shoes in the same way for over 100 years.

At Allen Edmonds, our Sales Associates deliver exceptional service, via providing an engaged, customer-first experience that embodies the Allen Edmonds brand. In this role you will develop and consistently display a detailed understanding of our sales process and product line, while being able to meet the various needs of our customers.

We offer competitive base rates with flexible schedules. Additionally, there is the opportunity to expand your earnings with uncapped commission-based earning in each pay period.

What You'll Be Doing

1. Build Relationships & Exceptional Customer Experiences: Assist customers by demonstrating products, emphasizing features and benefits. Actively build a strong service atmosphere, catering to the needs and tastes of customers. Assess and resolve customer questions/concerns in a professional manner, ensuring a seamless brand experience.
2. Providing Store Presentation Support: Perform tasks including stock work, visual display, and daily store operations. The trusted ability to be timely in assisting with the open and closing procedures for location. Ability to assist in the necessary maintenance of store location and merchandise, as needed.
3. Possess Drive & Self-Motivation: Consistently work towards the strategic goals of the business, while maintaining a focus on self-development, personal accomplishment and a constant push for achievement.
4. Essential Functions: Other responsibilities may be performed as needed to ensure the needs of the business are met.
5. Commissioned Sales Earnings: There is an opportunity to expand your earnings with uncapped commissions. Final compensation can vary based on guaranteed hourly earnings and opportunity for commission-based earnings in a given pay period.
6. Monthly Incentive Opportunities: Eligible to earn a monthly incentive bonus if store meets required sales & performance goals.
7. Our Shoe Discounts: No matter your style, we’ve got your perfect fit covered with a 30% Associate Discount across Caleres’s retail stores – Famous Footwear, Naturalizer, Sam Edelman, and Allen Edmonds, plus additional seasonal discounts on AE products.
8. Daily Access to Pay: Love an early pay day? Get paid as you earn (without the fees) with Dayforce Wallet.
9. Employee Assistance Programs: Receive 24/7 access to a comprehensive suite of individual support options, including emotional support, work-life solutions, legal guidance, financial resources and more, via both online & via phone.
10. Career Development and Learning Opportunities: We provide education assistance of up to $7500 per year for full-time associates and provide opportunities for employees that want to develop their careers at our corporate offices.
11. Benefit Offerings: PTO, Health, and 401(k) for full-time associates. To learn more details about our total rewards, visit www.yourcaleres.com.

Preferred Qualifications & Education

1. 1-3 years of experience in retail store sales, customer service/hospitality environment, and/or a combination of applicable experience in a comparable brand environment.
2. Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
3. A self-starter who can effectively prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment; and is customer service focused.
4. Proficient in general computer, Microsoft Office, and ability to learn and retain details around new, unfamiliar proprietary systems.
5. Able to perform point of sales functions, including register and cash handling.

Physical Requirements and/or Environment

1. Ability to regularly lift up to 40 lbs. from floor level to above shoulder height utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques.
2. Ability to use step stools and/or ladders of varying sizes to reach inventory in stock room.
3. Ability to meet demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting.
4. Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time.

From the skilled shoemakers on the manufacturing floor to senior management making strategic business decisions, every Associate plays an integral role in defining the Allen Edmonds brand and the greatness associated with our products.

Allen Edmonds is part of Caleres Inc., a diverse portfolio of 15 global footwear brands. The Caleres legacy includes more than 140-years of craftsmanship, a passion for fit and business savvy, with a mission to continue to inspire people to feel great…feet first.

Caleres is an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. We believe our company should be as diverse as the consumers we serve. We seek and engage talented individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, lifestyles, and belief systems.

Caleres and Allen Edmonds are invested in our Associates. We regularly review our pay matrices and update appropriately based on need. Starting pay is determined by several factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Please visit yourcaleres.com to review all associated benefits.