Sales and Management Intern

Sales and Management Intern

The Sales and Management Intern position's primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement, "to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests." Additionally, Sales and Management Interns perform a variety of sales, merchandising and operational tasks assigned by store management (e.g. cashiering, merchandise display and pulls, register procedures, and routine cleaning of facilities). Work closely with the Store Manager to develop an understanding of how Buckle's retail business works and what it takes to excel in management.

Full-Time Teammate Benefits:

• Health: Your physical well-being matters. We provide health options that empower you to take control of your care and make informed decisions for you and your family.
• Medical Coverage: Choose between two comprehensive plans. Preventive care is covered at 100%, and all plans include access to virtual care.
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Preventive and routine dental and vision care to support your everyday health.
• Virtual Care: 24/7 access to general, behavioral, and dermatology consultations.
• Mental Health Resources: Through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), teammates have access to free confidential counseling, wellness coaching, and self-care tools.
• Wealth: We are committed to helping you build financial security, recognize your contributions, and invest in your future.
• 401(k) with Company Match: Start planning for the future with traditional and Roth options. Teammates may contribute after meeting eligibility requirements. To further support Teammates, Buckle provides discretionary matching contributions to qualifying Teammates.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax options for qualified medical and dependent care expenses. Buckle contributes to your HSA if enrolled in the high-deductible medical plan.
• Performance Bonuses: Eligible teammates may earn incentive-based bonuses in recognition of their performance.
• Teammate Discount: 40% off Buckle products and 25% off Buckle gift cards to support your personal style.
• Peace of Mind: We recognize the importance of stability, security, and time to recharge.
• Time Off: Vacation is earned on a progressive schedule based on your role and years of service, starting at 80 hours or 120 hours, depending on employment status and prorated for the first partial year. Teammates earn 40 hours of sick time per year, prorated for the first partial year; up to 40 hours of sick time may be carried over from one year to another. Teammates also receive one floating holiday and up to three days of bereavement leave. Salaried teammates receive a paid volunteer day.
• Income Protection: Buckle provides company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, with options to add Teammate-paid supplemental life and disability plans (short term and long term), helping to protect your income if you are unable to work.
• Leave of Absence Support: Paid and unpaid time away is available for qualifying situations, with guidance from our Benefits Team to help navigate your options. Salaried teammates who meet eligibility requirements are eligible for medical leave pay, which can be used as paid parental leave for qualifying Teammates.
• Supplemental Insurance Options: Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage is available for added financial protection.
• Additional Benefits: Legal services, identity theft protection, and pet insurance are available to eligible teammates.
• Part-Time Teammate Benefits: We value every teammate and offer meaningful benefitseven for those working fewer hours.
• Medical Plan Access: Eligible part-time teammates may choose between two comprehensive medical plans. Preventive care is covered at 100%, and all plans include access to virtual care.
• 401(k) with Company Match: Start planning for the future with traditional and Roth options. Teammates may contribute after meeting eligibility requirements. To further support Teammates, Buckle provides discretionary matching contributions to qualifying Teammates.
• Mental Health Resources: Through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), teammates have access to free confidential counseling, wellness coaching, and self-care tools.
• Paid Leave in Applicable States: Paid leave accrues where required by law; one hour of leave is accrued for every 30 hours worked.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Sales Generation and Guest Service:
• Greet Guests with a friendly, engaging attitude, and is consistently prepared to provide legendary service to each Guest
• Answer questions regarding the store and its merchandise
• Recommend, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on Guest needs and desires
• Anticipate and fulfill Guest's needs by suggesting additional items and creating a wardrobing experience
• Demonstrate product utilizing product knowledge and sales education, consistently sharing that knowledge and education with Team
• Maintain and share knowledge of current sales and promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices
• Achieve personal sales-per-hour, average sales and total net sales goals set by Store Management
• Provide legendary service throughout the store in these top four areas: Front 5, sales floor, fitting rooms, and the register area
• Help Guests try on or fit merchandise
• Check out and bag purchases
• Prepare merchandise for alterations
• Knowledgeable of all exchange and return procedures for Guests
• Fill out and effectively use the Sales Presentation Guide (SPG) daily to accomplish goals
• Meets or above performance standards in all Buckle business builders and guest loyalty including fit appointments, Buckle credit card and guest connect.
• Teammate Recruiting, Training and Development:
• Consistently recognize recruiting opportunities by utilizing Jobs & Careers cards, email referrals and Teammate Recommend
• Maintain a positive attitude at all times creating a positive floor culture
• Visual Merchandise Management:
• Present merchandise in a manner that will maximize sales and achieve optimum merchandise turn
• Work with other Teammates and Guests to identify product improvements, new product ideas and new product feedback
• Ensure sales floor is consistently sized and new freight is appropriately displayed
• Operations:
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include mornings, evenings, and weekends, and the day of/day after Thanksgiving and Christmas, based upon store and business needs
• Open and close cash registers, use magnetic card readers, perform tasks such as counting money, separating charge slips, coupons, and vouchers, balancing cash drawers, and making deposits
• Watch for and recognize security risks and thefts, and know how to prevent or handle these situations
• Follow all Loss Prevention guidelines, including daily bag and purse checks
• Develop and maintain knowledge of Point of Sale ("POS") procedures
• Understand and execute all policies regarding payments, exchanges and Loss Prevention practices
• Perform merchandising tasks, such as handling freight, re-merchandising, preparing displays, completing price markdowns, and transfers
• Consistently maintain a clean, organized, and shoppable store to fulfill Buckle's mission statement
• Provide feedback to Store Manager and Leadership Team regarding merchandise handling concerns
• Communicate any policy violations and Teammate or Guest concerns to Store Manager, District Manager, and/or Human Resources in a timely, confidential manner
• Understand and apply the Buckle's Code of Ethics and all Buckle's policies, procedures, and handbooks
• Additional duties as assigned

Internship Duties:

• Complete Teammate Orientation, Beginning Leadership, and Recruiting, Interviewing and Hiring sections of the Buckle Management Manual
• Provide weekly reports and progress updates to the Area Manager and District Manager
• Develop an understanding of Buckle's products, sales presentation and merchandising process
• Put knowledge into action by managing a product category set sales goals, educate teammates and track your own results
• Lead and motivate the team by tracking the specific department or company tool through Performance Tracker. Examples include: Build a Specific Denim Brand Tops Accessories Shoes Buckle Card Activewear Outerwear Swimwear
• Develop recruiting, merchandising and leadership skills
• Actively participate monthly in conference calls
• Take ownership and responsibility for all required assignments within the Internship. Fulfill mission statement by performing job duties with a high level of customer service while contributing to a positive team spirit.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

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