Vans: Sales Lead - Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets

About Vans

Vans is the original brand rooted in the authentic lifestyle of skateboarding. Driven by a mission to inspire and empower everyone to live “Off The Wall,” the company embraces a youthful spirit of freedom, non‑conformity, and relentless progression. Vans values individuality, authenticity, and a culture that pushes forward with the community.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high level of personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.
• Assist in maximizing and achieving store sales and goals by monitoring sales progress and results against key targets.
• Foster a consumer‑centric mindset and an inclusive store environment, modeling selling behaviors through genuine interactions with consumers.
• Provide direct feedback, coaching, and supervision of associates.
• Occasionally assume responsibility for the store in the absence of a manager, including covering breaks, meal periods, or opening the store.
• Regularly interact with consumers within the store, providing a high level of customer service.
• Adhere to policies, procedures, and practices that align with company directives.

Requirements

• 1 year of related professional retail experience preferred (not required).
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; emphasis placed on hands‑on experience and demonstrated achievements.
• 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.

Pay

Hiring range: $17.18 – $23.80 USD per hour. This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits

This is a part‑time or limited‑time (internship) position and is not eligible for all VF Corporation benefit plans. However, the employee may participate in certain company‑offered benefits. A general overview of VF benefits is available at www.MyVFbenefits.com. Detailed information on the benefits options you qualify for will be provided upon hire.