Vans: Sales Lead - Tanger Outlets at Sevierville

About Vans

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. Together with our global communities we push culture forward, believing that the pursuit of progression never ends. If you can see yourself working side‑by‑side with a team of people who think and live “Off the Wall,” Vans may be the place for you.

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, while 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 another manager, including covering breaks, meal periods, or opening the store without a supervisor.
• 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.

Requirements

• 1 year of related professional retail experience is preferred but not required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred; hands‑on experience and demonstrated achievements are highly valued.
• 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: $16.00 – $18.63 USD per hour

Incentive Potential: 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 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. Some benefits are available; a general overview can be reviewed at www.MyVFbenefits.com. Detailed information on the benefits options you qualify for will be provided upon hire.