Seasonal Sales Associate: Fast-Paced Retail, Customer-First

Vans; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 3,273,000; Part time

Job summary

Vans is seeking a Seasonal Sales Associate to be the face of the brand, delivering energy, authenticity, and a customer-first mindset. You will engage with shoppers, share product knowledge, and help create memorable shopping experiences through selling, merchandising, and smooth store operations.

Ideal candidates will have 0–1 year in retail or customer service, strong communication, the ability to work as part of a team, and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred; hands-on experience valued.
• Foundation skills include engaging diverse customers and strong communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changing business needs.
• Retail experience is a plus; willingness to learn and share brand knowledge.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills with basic retail systems and applications.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high level of personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.
• Build sales by maintaining a consumer-centric mindset and modeling selling behaviors.
• Share relevant product, brand, and community knowledge to enhance the customer experience.
• Achieve individual and team sales goals by utilizing available resources and tools.
• Assist in visual merchandising, product replenishment, and maintaining brand presentation standards.
• Perform cashier duties and support loss prevention initiatives as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and customer-ready store environment.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Model inclusive behavior that respects diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Skills

customer engagement

communication

teamwork

customer service experience

product knowledge

attention to detail

computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Retail POS systems

Job description

Vans is seeking a Seasonal Sales Associate to be the face of the brand, delivering energy, authenticity, and a customer-first mindset. You will engage with shoppers, share product knowledge, and help create memorable shopping experiences through selling, merchandising, and smooth store operations.

Ideal candidates will have 0–1 year in retail or customer service, strong communication, the ability to work as part of a team, and a willingness to learn.