Vans: Seasonal Sales Associate - Cincinnati

Vans; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Vans is seeking a Seasonal Sales Associate in Cincinnati, Ohio to be the face of the brand, delivering energetic, authentic customer experiences and helping customers find the perfect products.

You will support sales, merchandising, and store operations, build relationships, and contribute to achieving individual and team sales goals. Prior retail or customer service experience is a plus, and a high school diploma is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 0–1 year of relevant experience is valued.
• Ability to genuinely engage with a diverse customer base.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Be the face of Vans, delivering energy, authenticity, and a customer-first mindset in every interaction.
• Engage customers, share product knowledge, and provide exceptional service.
• Assist in merchandising, 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.
• Contribute to achieving individual and team sales goals through effective use of resources.

Skills

Customer engagement

Communication skills

Teamwork

Retail experience

Product knowledge

Cashier duties

Loss prevention awareness

Attention to detail

Proficient computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

POS systems

Retail systems

Job description

Seasonal Sales Associate

Vans is the original brand rooted in the authentic lifestyle of skateboarding. We are driven by our mission to inspire and empower everyone to live “Off The Wall” – embracing the youthful spirit of freedom, non-conformity, and relentless progression. Yesterday’s “Off The Wall” moment is today’s new normal, and at Vans, we believe in constantly outdoing ourselves. Together with our communities across the globe, our vision is to push culture forward because we believe that the pursuit of progression never ends. We are constantly inspired by the future generation of positive catalysts within our community. So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of people who think and live “Off the Wall,” Vans just may be the place for you. To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Vans Careers or www.vans.com.

What will you do?

A day in the life of a Seasonal Sales Associate at Vans looks a little like this.

• As a Seasonal Sales Associate, you are the face of the brand—bringing energy, authenticity, and a customer-first mindset to every interaction.
• You will create memorable shopping experiences by engaging with customers, sharing product knowledge, and delivering exceptional service.
• As part of a collaborative team, you’ll contribute to the store’s success through sales, visual merchandising, and operational excellence.
• This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, enjoys connecting with people, and is passionate about delivering best-in-class customer experience.
• 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.

*This position will support the store during peak season with potential to transition to regular employment*

What do you need to succeed?

We all bring unique skills to work each day. For this role, there are foundational skills needed to succeed, along with 0–1 year of relevant experience. A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred; but we value hands‑on experience and demonstrated achievements most.

• Ability to genuinely and comfortably engage with a diverse group of customers.
• Strong communicationskills—both verbal and written.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and adapt to changing business needs.
• Customer service experience preferred; retail experience is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and share product and brand knowledge.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills including basic retail systems and applications.
• Ability to stand and move throughout the store for extended periods and perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting light to moderate weight, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Hiring Range

Hiring Range: $14.00 - $19.80 USD per hour

Benefits at VF Corporation: This position is a part‑time or limited time position (ie., internship) and is not eligible for all of the benefit plans offered at VF Corporation. There are some benefits the company offers that this position can participate in. You can review a general overview of the benefits provided at VF by visiting www.MyVFbenefits.com. Detailed information on the benefits options you qualify for will be provided upon hire. Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. Although all positions have a hiring range based upon market data, this position has a minimum starting rate that is listed above. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws. At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail]. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law. Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Now WE have a question for YOU. Are you in?

Now WE have a question for YOU. Are you in?

VF Diversity Vision Statement

VF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world.VF is an equal employment opportunity employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail].

VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail]. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law. Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. VF is a diverse corporate culture that encourages respectful interactions and a strong sense of community to ensure everyone feels represented and acknowledged. VF Has an inclusive approach. VF is a responsible employer committed to employee development and the betterment of society. VF and its association by partnership with diverse suppliers. VF is also dedicated to training employees and an inclusive workforce, a diverse cross‑collaboration culture.

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