Vans: Sales Lead - Norwalk

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   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.   Let’s   break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.   Deliver   a high level  of personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.​   Assist in maximizing and achieving store sales and goals by monitoring sales progress & results against key targets.  ​    Foster a consumer centric mindset and an inclusive store environment, while modeling selling behaviors through genuine interactions with consumers.  ​   Assist   in providing direct feedback,   coaching  and 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   required . ​While 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,