Part-Time Sales Lead

Part‑Time Sales Lead – Famous Footwear

As a Famous Footwear Sales Lead, you are passionate about providing the best shoe store experience for every customer. You help create a welcoming environment and in‑store culture where customers say “I’ll take it” and become loyal to the store, our brands, and the company. You love to take on additional responsibilities, pride yourself on execution, celebrate successes, stay informed about trends, and share that knowledge with the store team and customers.

Most importantly you LOVE shoes and help every person who enters the store feel a little bit of that Famous Feeling.

• Inspire that Famous Feeling: walk into the store ready to inspire teammates with your integrity and drive, fostering a culture of caring and camaraderie. Infuse coaching moments for the selling behaviors behind our Customer Connection.
• Elevate to Your Goal‑Crushing Era: bring your best to each day, take accountability for your goals and their impact on Famous Footwear’s performance, and drive sales with purpose to achieve goals.
• Ace Retail Operations: know the store inside and out, from pricing to inventory, and keep it clean, organized, and easy to shop.
• Connect the Dots: maintain high standards and adhere to company policies, using partner resources to accomplish tasks.
• Be a Famous Culture Influencer: champion our culture by embodying Customer Connection behaviors and delivering top‑notch experiences.
• Bring the Positive Vibes: embrace diversity and inclusivity, maintain a positive mindset, and uplift others.
• Be a Shoe‑off: help customers find the perfect fit, make recommendations, and ensure they leave with a “Famous Feeling.”

Other responsibilities may be performed as needed to ensure the needs of the business are met.

• 30% Associate Discount across Caleres’ retail stores.
• Relaxed dress code & a small team environment.
• Daily access to pay through Dayforce Wallet.
• Easy transfer to any of over 850 store locations.
• Learning opportunities and up to $7,500 per year in education assistance for full‑time associates.
• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 support.
• Benefits—including PTO, health, and retirement—for eligible full‑time associates.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Proficient knowledge of general retail practices.
• Some retail store management or equivalent experience.
• Experience motivating a team to achieve goals.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and communicate direction.
• Experience mentoring and training associates on selling and operations.
• Flexible schedule, including holidays, nights, weekends, and extended hours.
• Basic computer skills.

• Regularly lift up to 40 lbs. from floor level to above shoulder height using proper equipment.
• Perform frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting.
• Be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods.
• Knowledgeable in retail practices.
• Team player with energy and enthusiasm.
• Manage multiple tasks with a positive attitude.
• Mentor and train associates.
• Work a flexible schedule including holidays, nights, weekends, and extended hours.