3rd Key Sales Associate

Company Overview

Lids is committed to inclusive hiring practices, offering employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Role Overview

This position focuses on driving sales results through exceptional customer service, supervising associates, managing expenses, and maintaining store standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth by delivering excellent customer service and consistently achieving or surpassing company targets.
• Provide documented performance evaluations for sales associates, offering constructive feedback aligned with company goals.
• Maintain visual merchandising standards including proper signage, store cleanliness, and adherence to dress code policies.
• Safeguard company assets by adhering to LIDS Retail policies and procedures.
• Assist in creating store schedules to ensure adequate coverage while managing labor costs.
• Manage store inventory accurately through receiving, transferring, price adjustments, and product counts.
• Complete proper documentation and record keeping compliant with company policies and relevant laws.
• Open and close the store following established operational procedures.
• Support all company policies and guidelines.
• Participate in training programs, set sales and operational goals, and provide ongoing follow-up.
• Help recruit, train, and guide store personnel on operational standards and guidelines.
• Encourage staff to comply strictly with company policies, including inventory protection and handling of funds.
• Perform tasks typically assigned to subordinates when needed and communicate effectively at all organizational levels.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent with at least one year of related experience.
• Proven ability to generate sales while minimizing losses.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills demonstrated in a professional setting.
• Proficiency in computer operation and familiarity with relevant software applications.
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds and work with hands overhead, including ladder climbing.
• Ability to stand for the entirety of the work shift.
• Must be able to work independently without supervision.

Additional Information

Lids is an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics. The position reports to relevant management personnel. Education preference includes high school graduates or those with equivalent qualifications.