Retail Sales Leader — Coach Teams, Elevate Experience

VF Outdoor, LLC; Trumbull (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Vans is seeking a Sales Lead to model the brand voice, coach associates, and drive store sales while delivering exceptional customer engagement. You will foster a consumer-centric environment and supervise team members, including covering shifts when a manager is away.

The role emphasizes authentic interactions, teamwork, and maintaining high standards of customer service in a fast-paced retail setting. Prior retail experience is preferred and a high school diploma is valued.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related professional retail experience preferred; a High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Hands‑on experience and demonstrated achievements valued over formal education.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence across levels.
• Solution-oriented and flexible in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Model the voice of the brand and provide sales-related feedback and coaching to associates.
• Foster an environment where individuality and authenticity are celebrated.
• Assist in maximizing store sales by monitoring progress against targets.
• Deliver personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.
• Provide feedback, coaching, and supervision of associates; cover store in absence of manager.
• Interact with customers to deliver high level service and adhere to company policies.

Job description

Vans is seeking a Sales Lead to model the brand voice, coach associates, and drive store sales while delivering exceptional customer engagement. You will foster a consumer-centric environment and supervise team members, including covering shifts when a manager is away.

The role emphasizes authentic interactions, teamwork, and maintaining high standards of customer service in a fast-paced retail setting. Prior retail experience is preferred and a high school diploma is valued.