Leader In Training (Part-Time)

Summary The Leader in Training (LIT) and Floor Leader’s primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement: “To create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests.” The LIT and Floor Leader performs a variety of sales, merchandising, and operational tasks assigned by store management (e.g., cashiering, merchandise display and pulls, register procedures, and routine cleaning). They work directly with the Store Manager and Leadership Team to develop sales, recruit new teammates, and provide leadership. Compensation & Benefits Pay range: $15.16–$18/hr. The estimated range is the budgeted amount; final offers are based on skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job‑related reasons. Full‑time benefits include: Health plans with 100% preventive coverage and 24/7 virtual care access. Dental and vision insurance. Employee Assistance Program for mental health resources. 401(k) with company match, Roth options, and discretionary matching contributions. Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). Performance bonuses. Teammate discount: 40% off Buckle products and 25% off gift cards. Time off: progressive vacation hours, 40 hours sick time per year, floating holiday, bereavement leave, and paid volunteer days for salaried teammates. Income protection: basic life and AD&D insurance with optional Teammate‑paid supplemental plans. Leave of absence support and supplemental insurance options. Additional benefits: legal services, identity theft protection, pet insurance. Part‑time benefits include: Teammate discount as above. Medical plan options with 100% preventive coverage and virtual care. 401(k) with company match. Mental health resources via EAP. Paid leave where required by law. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Sales Generation and Guest Service Greet guests with a friendly, engaging attitude and provide legendary service. Answer questions regarding the store and its merchandise. Recommend, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on guest needs. Anticipate and fulfill guest needs by suggesting additional items and creating a wardrobe experience. Demonstrate product using product knowledge and sales education, sharing knowledge and education with teammates. Maintain current knowledge of sales, promotions, payment and exchange policies, and security practices. Maintain personal sales and look for opportunities to impact teammates’ presentations with the Sales Presentation Guide (SPG). Achieve personal sales‑per‑hour, average sales, and total net sales goals set by Store Management. Provide legendary service in front 5, sales floor, fitting rooms, and register area. Knowledgeable of exchange and return procedures and turn them into a show‑business opportunity. Fill out and effectively use the SPG daily to accomplish goals. Meet or exceed performance standards in Buckle business builders and guest loyalty programs. Investigate and navigate ways to expand guest selection through Inventory Manager, advanced product search, iPad apps, etc. Maintain and build good guest relationships to develop a client‑based business. Lead by example with high level of showmanship, excellent customer service, and attentiveness. Recognize and communicate guest levels with the team. Ask business‑driven and show‑manship questions to managers, team leaders, and teammates. Be coachable and allow managers to educate you in sales presentation. Teammate Recruiting, Training and Development Recognize recruiting opportunities using Jobs & Careers cards, email referrals, and teammate recommend. Develop skills and assist in leading, directing, motivating, and educating new teammates to meet Buckle’s accountability, shift orientation, Loss Prevention, and sales presentation standards. Maintain positive attitude and create a positive floor culture. Demonstrate personal dress code to encourage and coach teammates and team leaders. Participate effectively in daily setup, training, and review while using the Performance Tracker. Motivate teammates to initiate and complete daily tasks. Demonstrate, coach, and influence denim show‑manship and denim fit cards through teammates and guests. Create and develop results in your department and balance all DM actions, completing the mid‑week check‑in. Lead during segment by: awareness of guests, involving guests with product, vocal updates, responsible for guest names, understanding team dynamics. Visual Merchandise Management Own and influence product through zone ownership: product knowledge, placement, passion, preference. Utilize weekly checklist, lifecycle of product, and track results. Assign zones and projects to teammates daily with specific learning goals. Ensure teammates follow visual standards, visual library, and weekly visual checklist with urgency and accountability. Execute and demonstrate new tools and videos for zone ownership. Recognize merchandising opportunities from freight to floor and lifecycle of product, communicate recommendations and solutions to Store Manager. Give informative and influential store tours. Ensure sales floor is consistently sized and new freight is appropriately displayed. Operations Work a flexible schedule which may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and day of/day after Thanksgiving and Christmas. Use planner including opening and closing checklists. Recognize security risks and handle them. Follow Loss Prevention guidelines, including daily bag and purse checks. Execute and teach all POS procedures. Handle corporate calls appropriately. Follow Buckle guidelines for returns and exchanges. Maintain positive attitude with guests and teammates. Execute all payment, exchange, and Loss Prevention policies. Navigate and execute all tools on the home page. Provide guidance and feedback to all non‑sales positions. Cover shifts when needed. Provide feedback to Store Manager and Leadership Team regarding merchandise handling concerns. Communicate policy violations and concerns to leadership in a timely, confidential manner. Maintain a clean, organized, and shoppable store. Apply Buckle’s Code of Ethics and all policies, procedures, and handbooks. Supervisory and Leadership Comfortable giving and receiving feedback from peers and management. Supportive of leadership. Promote personal and store growth. Maintain a professional, mature, and stable relationship with all teammates. Fulfill mission statement by performing duties with high customer service and positive team spirit. Complete special projects and other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Education and/or Experience High school diploma or GED; or one to three months related retail experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Physical Demands Requires standing, walking, using hands, reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, speaking, hearing. Occasionally sits. Lifts and maneuvers 50 lbs throughout store and backroom. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment Works in a retail store setting. Normal noise level is moderate. Equal Employment Opportunity Buckle is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified teammates from the available workforce in the communities we serve. Equal employment opportunity is a fundamental principle at Buckle, where employment is based on personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination and retaliation because of veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, national origin or ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, or other protected characteristic as established by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr