5575 - Sales Help

Brief Description

Lids Sports Group is the largest licensed sports retailer in North America, operating over 1,300 stores nationwide. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Lids combines sports, fashion, and culture to create immersive retail experiences that celebrate fans' love for their teams.

About Our Company

At Lids, we don't just sell hats — we fuel fandom. Our stores feature officially licensed headwear and apparel from collegiate and professional teams, alongside top brands like Champion, Nike, New Era, Lululemon Athletica, and Mitchell & Ness. We're also the industry leader in on-demand customization, offering in-store embroidery that transforms everyday gear into unique expressions of team pride.

Position Summary

Retail salespeople at Lids are the heart and soul of the brand. They are committed to fostering a passion for sporting and fashion goods by meeting the needs of both loyal customers and occasional buyers. Their role involves providing exceptional customer service, maintaining product presentations, and being knowledgeable about the products and services they offer.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Generate Revenue
• Meet or exceed company goals in all individual statistics.
• Engage in store maintenance according to current visual guidelines, including proper sales, signage, and store cleanliness.
• Maintain a professional appearance in accordance with the dress code.
• Control Expenses
• Participate in managing store inventory including processing shipments and resetting merchandise.
• Aid in accurate product counts in a consistent and timely manner.
• Support and adhere to all LIDS Retail policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Required Knowledge and Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate verbally in a clear and professional manner.

What We Offer

• Employee discounts and perks.
• Career development opportunities and professional training programs.
• A collaborative, innovative, and team-oriented work environment.
• Early Wage Access options to provide added financial flexibility.

Physical Demands and Requirements

• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally climb a ladder and work with hands overhead.
• Constantly stand on shift.
• Frequently walk on shift.
• Frequently hear and communicate verbally with customers, employees, and other personnel.
• Frequently visually observe the store and read written or digital information.
• Frequently operate a computer and mobile Point-of-Sale system, as well as maneuver relative software programs.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Employment Requirements

• Candidates must possess the experience, skills, physical abilities, and qualifications, with or without reasonable accommodation, to perform the essential duties of the role and must be able to meet all applicable employment standards.
• Being legally authorized to work in the United States is a pre-condition of employment for this position.
• Current or future employment-based visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Notice to Applicants

In connection with your application, we collect information that identifies, reasonably relates to, or describes you ("Personal Information"). The categories of Personal Information we collect include your name, email address, mailing address, other contact information, employment history, and educational history. We collect and use this information for human resources and business management purposes, including identifying and evaluating candidates for employment or future contract opportunities, and maintaining recruiting and hiring records. Upon a conditional job offer, we may require additional Personal Information for business purposes and may conduct background checks as permitted by law. Where required by applicable law, including the Philadelphia Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance, any criminal history information will be evaluated using an individualized assessment that considers the nature of the offense, the time that has passed, and its relevance to the duties of the position. Additional information collected may include government-issued identification numbers, work authorization, emergency contact information, criminal record information, and demographic data used for analytics and compliance...

Need Accessibility Assistance?

Applicants who require accessibility assistance to submit an employment application may email hr@lids.com. A member of our Talent team will respond as soon as reasonably possible. This email address is only for individuals seeking reasonable accommodation when applying for a career at Lids.