Part Time Seasonal Sales Associate - Herald Square

About the role

Dr. Martens is seeking part‑time Retail Sales Associates to be the face of the brand during the holiday season. Associates will showcase product knowledge and passion, engage daily with customers, act as brand champions, and help achieve sales goals while supporting the team in expanding Dr. Martens’ footprint in the Americas.

Schedule

• Temporary seasonal role lasting up to 90 days.
• Minimum of 4 days per week, including both Saturday and Sunday.
• Up to 28 hours per week.
• Tentative start date: 10/19/2026 (subject to change).
• Availability required for all holidays during the employment period, including Black Friday, the subsequent weekend, and the full month of December.
• Flexibility to cover extended holiday hours and shift changes as needed.
• Pre‑planned vacation days should be communicated as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Consumer Experience: Create memorable experiences that connect consumers to the Dr. Martens brand, culture, and craftsmanship through product expertise, storytelling, and personalized service.
• Commercial Performance: Drive store performance by engaging consumers, employing effective selling behaviors, and fostering loyalty and repeat visitation.
• Operational Excellence: Support a premium destination environment by accurately executing store processes, maintaining presentation standards, and meeting operational requirements.
• People Leadership: Model Brand Centre service standards, support colleagues, and help create an inclusive, collaborative team environment.
• Communication & Collaboration: Build strong relationships across the store team and integrate product, culture, community, and consumer experience seamlessly.

Skills

• Consumer Excellence – elevated service, storytelling, product expertise, and authentic brand engagement.
• Commercial Excellence – understanding how experiences drive performance and demonstrating effective selling behaviors.
• Operational Excellence – accurate execution of store processes and experiential activities while maintaining standards.
• Leadership & Collaboration – positive relationship building, team‑culture contribution, and support for colleagues.
• Previous retail sales experience (preferred).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Multilingual ability (a plus).
• Basic math proficiency, including percentage calculations and cash handling.
• Initiative, detail‑orientation, and ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Punctuality and adherence to scheduled shift times.
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50 lb, handle shoe boxes, and navigate ladders or stairs.
• No travel required (0 % travel).

Benefits

• Free pair of Docs upon hire.
• 65 % employee discount on merchandise.
• Sick time.
• Employee Assistance Program for personal support.
• Participation in the DM Foundation, supporting global communities.

Pay

$19.00 per hour.