Vans Sales Lead Southtowne

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. Yesterdays Off The Wall moment is todays 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 .

Sales Lead

What will you do

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

As a dedicated and passionate Sales Lead you will support the store leadership team by ensuring the highest level of customer engagement and sales results are achieved. You model the voice of our brand and provide sales-related feedback and coach associate performance. As a part of the team you will foster and thrive in an environment where individuality and authenticity are celebrated. If you aspire for a career in retail and are looking for a company dedicated to your personal growth to evolve into a leader of tomorrow then Vans is for you. Lets break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

• Delivera high levelof personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.

• Assistin maximizing and achieving store sales and goals by monitoring sales progress&results against key targets.

• Foster aconsumer centric mindset and an inclusive store environment while modeling selling behaviors through genuine interactions with consumers.

• Assist in providingdirectfeedback coachingand supervision of the associates.

• Occasionally assume responsibility for the store in the absence of another manager.
  This may include covering breaks meal periods or opening the store without a
  supervisor or manager.

• Regularly interact with consumers within the store providing a high level of customer service.

• Provide actionable feedback to store associates and adhere to policies procedures and practices that align with company directives.

What do you need to succeed

1 year of related professional retail experience is preferred but not formal education and undergraduate or graduate degrees are appreciated we place greater value on overall experience and professional accomplishments. A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred; but we value hands-on experience and demonstrated achievements most.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• Proven ability to drive results through store teams and exceed sales and profit goals.

• Proven ability to drive results through team coaching and operational excellence

• Skilled in coaching motivating and building high-performing diverse teams.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels.

• Solution-oriented and flexible in a fast-paced dynamic retail environment.

• Capable of working independently managing shifting priorities and meeting business expectations.

• Comfortable using word processing spreadsheets and retail software tools.

• 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.

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in

Hiring Range :

Incentive Potential : This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan sales incentive orcommissionpotential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation : This position is a part-time or limited time position (i.e. internship) and is not eligible for all of the benefits 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 and by clicking Looking to Join VF 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 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 individuals 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 . 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.