Sales Lead

Ocean State Job Lot; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in teen retail is seeking a Sales Lead to join their dynamic team. This role involves assisting management in daily store operations, training associates, and achieving sales targets in a vibrant and inclusive environment. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced setting, possess excellent interpersonal skills, and be passionate about providing exceptional customer service. With a strong emphasis on personal growth and community involvement, this position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a team that values creativity, culture, and self-expression. If you're ready to take your retail career to the next level, apply today!

Benefits

40% employee discount

medical insurance

vision insurance

dental insurance

vacation package

community service hours

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age and complete training programs for Sales Lead.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment and manage store operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist management with store operations and achieving sales goals.
• Train and develop sales team while enforcing company policies.
• Provide excellent customer service and resolve issues effectively.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Sales Skills

Multi-tasking

Coaching

Loss Prevention

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Why work just anywhere, when you can work at Journeys? A 40% off discount, team that feels like family, work hard/play hard environment & promote from within attitude -- Journeys has it all. This is a place where fashion, music, art, creativity, culture, community & opportunity merge together. You can be yourself, meet lifelong friends & launch your career. Apply today & find the perfect fit in our stores!

Sales Lead

Location: South Burlington, VT (University Mall)

Journeys is a teen retail leader with an emphasis on footwear and unique specialty items including apparel, backpacks, hats and accessories. With more than 800 stores in all 50 US states, Puerto Rico and Canada, Journeys offers the most popular brands that cater to the teen lifestyle such as Converse, Vans, Dr Martens, UGG, Adidas, Timberland, Birkenstock, Crocs and Hey Dude. Through strategic artistic partnerships, event sponsorships, exclusive content, creative collaborations with musicians, and a focus on giving back to the community through charitable events and volunteer programs— Journeys has become more than just a retailer, but a universal part of teen and youth culture. The in-store Journeys experience features an energetic environment, friendly, passionate staff, and an inclusive atmosphere where self-expression is not just accepted – but encouraged and embraced.

JOB SUMMARY

To assist store management with basic store operations, developing associates, and achieving store and personal sales goals and standards of performance.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Meet and exceed store and personal sales goals and standards of performance
• Assist in training and developing a successful sales team
• Provide feedback, coaching, and accountability to all employees by enforcing all company policies and practices
• Perform all opening and closing duties according to company policy
• Supervise and manage all aspects of daily store operations in store management’s absence
• Supervise and manage all aspects of Loss Prevention practices in store management’s absence
• Effectively communicate all store needs to store management
• Complete all assigned tasks and responsibilities promptly
• Complete all required training
• Provide a fun, full service experience to all customers
• Resolve customer issues effectively
• Understand the Journeys culture and demonstrate it to the team
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Desire to succeed in fast-paced retail environment
• Willingness to learn
• Completion of all training programs leading up to Sales Lead position or equivalent training
• Ability to work night and weekend shifts
• Ability to climb, reach, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Stand for long periods of time
• Must be at least 18 years of age*

*Age requirements for part-time employment may vary based on state.

*The pay rate, commission, and bonus structure varies per job title, county, city, state or province. Benefits offered may include medical, vision, and dental insurance, a vacation package, and community service hours but may also vary by state, province, or territory.

PRE-APPLICATION DISCLOSURES

Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, physical or mental disability of otherwise qualified individuals.

All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring, placement, promotion, termination, reductions in force, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Genesco is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected status.