Retail Sales Associate

Skechers; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 17,908 - 19,286; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on Skechers products

Flexible schedule

On-the-job training

Growth within Skechers

Job summary

Skechers in Gulfport, MS is seeking an entry-level Sales Associate (Product Specialist) to deliver friendly, individualized customer service while learning retail operations.

You will support sales goals, operate the register, stock displays, and stay knowledgeable about Skechers products to boost store performance. A flexible schedule including evenings and weekends is expected.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to deliver high-quality customer service in a retail setting.
• Ability to meet and exceed retail sales goals.
• Reliable and detail-oriented; able to perform cashier duties.
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Energetic and enthusiastic representation of the Skechers brand.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized advice on Skechers products, helping customers find the right fit.
• Contribute to store and individual sales goals and learn product offerings.
• Maintain store appearance, organize displays, restock shelves, and manage merchandise.
• Handle cashier responsibilities with accurate payments and a positive customer experience.
• Stay informed on Skechers footwear, apparel, and accessories to boost sales.
• Collaborate with team to create an inviting Skechers brand environment.

Skills

Customer service

Cashier duties

Team collaboration

Product knowledge

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About The Role

As a Sales Associate, better known as a “Product Specialist,” at Skechers, you’re not just working a job—you’re joining a team where growth, customer connections, fashion, and comfort are at the core. This entry‑level retail role engages with customers, provides exceptional service, and contributes to store success. The position offers growth opportunities and a flexible schedule.

Compensation Rate

STARTING RATE: $13.00

HOURLY PAY RANGE: $13.00 - $13.79

Benefit Highlights

• Competitive pay with regular pay increases.
• Generous discounts on Skechers footwear, apparel, and accessories (including exclusive discounts for Friends and Family!).
• Flexible schedule for work‑life balance.
• On‑the‑job training to build skills in retail sales, customer service, and cashier duties.
• Additional benefits & perks reviewed during the interview process.
• Potential for growth within the Skechers global brand.

What You Will Do

• Customer Service: Engage with customers to provide personalized advice on Skechers products, ensuring each customer finds the perfect choice.
• Retail Sales Goals: Actively contribute to achieving store and individual sales goals, learning about product offerings.
• Store Operations: Maintain store appearance by organizing displays, restocking shelves, and managing merchandise, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Cashier Duties: Handle cashier responsibilities, accurately processing payments, and ensuring a positive final impression for customers.
• Product Knowledge: Stay informed on the latest Skechers footwear, apparel, and accessories, sharing details to improve the customer experience and boost sales.
• Team Collaboration: Work with employees to create an inviting store environment that reflects the Skechers brand.

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 with evening and weekend availability.
• Excitement to represent the Skechers brand with energy, enthusiasm, and a sense of 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. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and 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

Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position should request it by emailing [e-mail].

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the role, to perform the essential functions.