Retail Sales Associate

Skechers; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 20,457; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts

Flexible hours

Training

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Skechers in Columbus, GA is hiring a Sales Associate (Product Specialist) to engage customers, provide personalized product advice, and support store success in an entry‑level role.

You’ll assist with sales targets, maintain displays, restock, handle cashier duties, and stay current on Skechers footwear and accessories.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers to provide personalized product advice and ensure satisfaction.
• Actively contribute to store and individual sales targets.
• Maintain displays, restock shelves, and manage merchandise; lifts up to 50 pounds and stays on feet most of the shift.
• Accurately process payments and provide a positive checkout experience.
• Stay informed on Skechers footwear, apparel, and accessories and share insights with customers.
• Work with colleagues to create an inviting store environment that reflects the Skechers brand.

Job description

About Skechers

Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company®—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.

About the Role

As a Sales Associate, also known as a “Product Specialist,” you’ll engage customers, provide exceptional service, and contribute to the success of the store. This entry‑level retail role offers flexibility, training, and room to grow.

Compensation Rate

STARTING RATE: $14.00
HOURLY PAY RANGE: $14.00 – $14.85

Benefits

• Competitive pay with regular raises.
• Generous discounts on Skechers footwear, apparel, and accessories (including exclusive Friends and Family discounts).
• Flexible schedule for work‑life balance.
• On‑the‑job training in retail sales, customer service, and cashier duties.
• Potential for growth within the global Skechers brand.

What You Will Do

• Customer Service: Engage with customers to provide personalized product advice and ensure they leave satisfied.
• Retail Sales Goals: Actively contribute to store and individual sales targets.
• Store Operations: Maintain displays, restock shelves, and manage merchandise; lifts up to 50 pounds and stays on feet most of the shift.
• Cashier Duties: Accurately process payments and provide a positive checkout experience.
• Product Knowledge: Stay informed on the latest Skechers footwear, apparel, and accessories and share insights with customers.
• Team Collaboration: Work with colleagues to create an inviting store environment that reflects the Skechers brand and meets company standards.

What We Need From You

• Eager to deliver top‑notch customer service in an entry‑level retail role.
• Driven to meet and exceed retail sales goals.
• Reliable, detail‑oriented, and comfortable with cashier responsibilities.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Excited to represent the Skechers brand with energy, enthusiasm, and urgency.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Experience in retail sales, customer service, or cashier roles is a plus but not essential.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of application.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. It provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation

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