Full-Time Sales Associate - Sam Edelman WTC

Sam Edelman; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Advancement Opportunities

Commissioned Sales Earnings

Monthly Incentive Opportunities

Shoe Discount

Contest Rewards

Get Paid When You Want

Employee Assistance Programs

Total Rewards package

Job summary

Sam Edelman, part of Caleres, is seeking a Sales Associate to join our creative team and deliver a world-class customer experience on the sales floor in a luxury fashion environment. You will engage customers, build relationships, and represent the brand with style and professionalism.

You should be confident, proactive and trend-savvy with prior experience in luxury or contemporary fashion. This role emphasizes collaboration with the team, achieving sales targets, and contributing to store

Qualifications

• Ability to build constructive relationships with customers and team members.
• Strong verbal and written communication with customers and peers.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment with Store Sales Manager guidance.
• Solid understanding of general retail practices and procedures.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Willingness to work holidays, nights, weekends and extended hours.

Responsibilities

• Elevate the store experience for all clients using the Sam Style model and provide a world-class, customer-first interaction.
• Support visual merchandising by executing product placement and visual standards per guidelines, keeping the store clean and easily shoppable.
• Meet performance metrics through passion for the brand and participation in initiatives, contests and recognition programs.
• Contribute to a professional store culture where colleagues' contributions are valued and respected.
• Complete other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Relationship building

Positive communication

Independent judgment

Retail knowledge

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Sam Edelman has an incredible opportunity for a Sales Associate to join our highly creative, forward-thinking team in providing world-class customer experience! We seek someone who is confident, proactive and trend-savvy with previous experience working with a luxury or contemporary fashion brand. You’re perfect for this position if you’re a strong sales driver who enjoys spending time on the floor working with your team and clients.

What You'll Be Doing

• Elevate the Store Experience: Assist in the overall shopping experience for all Sam Edelman Clients utilizing the “The Sam Style” model and providing an inviting world class experience with a customer-first approach. Actively engage and build relationships with customers.
• Deliver on Visual Merchandising Standards: Assist store leadership with executing product placement and visual standards consistent with company guidelines and expectations. You’ll do your part to keep the store clean, organized, safe and easily shoppable.
• Drive with Passion: Meet performance metrics by exhibiting a passion and enthusiasm for the brand and embracing and promoting company initiatives, contests and strategies. Deliver clear, concise and timely communication to Store Team & Store Sales Manager.
• Embody Respect and Professionalism: Engage in our professional store culture where all associates’ contributions are valued, respected and appreciated.
• Other Essential Functions: Completes other projects and assignments as directed by management.

Perks You'll Enjoy

• Career Advancement Opportunities: Whether it’s on the vibrant sales-floor or our whimsical NYC corporate office, we encourage growth for our passionate and driven associates when the right match of skills and opportunities align.
• 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.
• Monthly Incentive Opportunities: Eligible to earn a monthly incentive bonus if store meets required sales & performance goals.
• Our Shoe Discount: Our Shoe Discount: Of course, we'll help fill your closet with Sam Edelman shoes with our 50% discount, but we'll also have you covered across all Caleres’s retail stores – Famous Footwear, Naturalizer, and Allen Edmonds with a 30% Associate Discount!
• Contest Rewards: Embrace the fun of friendly competition through our engaging contests, where our winners are celebrated with exciting prizes!
• Get Paid When You Want: Love an early pay day? Get paid as you earn (without the fees) with Dayforce Wallet.
• 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 online & phone.
• Benefit Offerings: We offer PTO, Medical benefits and 401(k) for our full-time associates. To learn more details about our Total Rewards package, visit yourcaleres.com

Preferred Qualifications & Education

• High School Diploma/GED
• Able to build constructive and effective relationships within store
• Demonstrates an ability to communicate positively with store associates at all levels
• Must exercise independent judgment and discretion partnering with Store Sales Manager and/or Assistant Managers, as needed
• Working knowledge of general retail practices and procedures
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including holidays, nights, weekends and extended hours

Physical Requirements and/or Environment

• Ability to regularly lift up to 40 lbs. from floor level to above shoulder height utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques;
• Ability to meet demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting;
• Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time.