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January 22, 2015

Sales Associate - Red Wing Shoe Store - Thornton

Red Wing Shoe Store
740 Grant Street #45, Thornton, CO 80229
(303) 288-3820
Job Post date: 1/14/15

We are looking for a retail sales associate to promote and support the Red Wing Shoe Store by selling our image of high quality, large selection and conscientious customer service to each retail customer, striving to the utmost to make a loyal customer as well as a sale. Support Warehouse Operations on an as needed basis.

Fit…It’s important in the shoes we make and in the people we hire. We have a long tradition (100 + years!) of making the most comfortable work and outdoor footwear. We’re poised for increased growth and we’re searching for some of the most talented professionals who will walk the exciting road with us.

It’s entrepreneurial spirit that started Red Wing Shoe Company and that same spirit spills out from our offices and facilities every day. We respect where we started and embrace new ideas that make us competitive in a global economy. We like to think outside the (shoe) box and value ideas and contributors who do the same. Is it time to try on something bigger where you'll have some room to grow?

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Promote and support the high quality Red Wing brand image through professional selling.
* Enter customer information and sales into RIMS, process payments, balance cash drawer and daily reporting
* Measure and fit every customer properly
* Explain product features and benefits, as well as technical specifications.
* Practice industrial sales lead development on the fitting stool
* Suggest appropriate accessories with every footwear purchase
* Take pride and responsibility for overall store and personal appearance.
* Maintain the integrity of the sales floor presentation, signing, and housekeeping standards
* Support Warehouse Operations in areas of pick/pack/ship on an as needed basis.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (following duties are required on all positions):
* Maintain store operations by following policies and procedures and reporting needed changes.
* Maintain safe and healthy work environment by following organization standards and legal regulations.
* Know the strengths and weaknesses of competitors' products.
* Enthusiasm to provide the highest level of customer service.
* Motivation to reach and exceed individual and team sales goals.
* Obtain necessary information by maintaining knowledge of RWSC’s electronic communication software.
* Maintain quality service by establishing, following, and enforcing * Uphold Red Wing Shoe Company’s core values.
* Complete other duties as assigned from time to time by your manager.
* Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, classes or programs.
* Conduct self according to RWSC policies/Handbook.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
* Retail environment
Requirements   EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required and two years related experience/training.
* Team and collaboration orientation
* Results oriented
* Effective Written/Verbal Communication
* Computer Utilization
* Retail footwear and/or wholesale experience

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION AND COMPETENCIES
* Thorough knowledge of Red Wing Shoe Company’s mission, values, and organization structure
* Profit and loss knowledge
* LEAN thinking, nimble to drive change that enables efficiencies and drives growth
* Problem solving
* Learning orientation
* Bilingual preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
* Lifting 40 pounds, bending lacing shoes, and climbing a ladder.
* Housekeeping duties
-Including but not limited to vacuuming, mopping & waxing floors, washing windows and setting up and maintaining displays

Click HERE to apply online!


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.