Vans: Sales Associate - Columbia Center - VF Corporation

**Sales Associate** As one of our passionate, fun and dedicated Sales Associates, you will be the voice of our brand while elevating the consumer experience through genuine consumer connections and selling our original/innovative products. As an invaluable part of our team, you will thrive in an environment where individuality and authenticity are celebrated. If you aspire to a career in retail and are looking for a company dedicated to your personal growth to evolve into a leader of tomorrow, then Vans is for you. **Join the Vans Family** _Vans_ ® is the original action sports footwear company, rooted in authenticity and creativity. Founded in 1966, we have thrived on a legacy of impacting our greater community through four pillars: action sports, music, art and street culture. We are constantly inspired by the creative voyagers within our company and community. For them, creativity is about the journey, not just the output. Our mission is to empower everyone to use creativity to discover themselves. Our vision is to create a world where anyone can be their unique self. At Vans, our culture sets us apart and influences everything we do. We are driven by our five values: We have _HEART_ - also referred to as the "Van Doren Spirit". We are relentlessly _CURIOUS_ about our consumers and the world around us. We are _U_ _NAPOLOGETICALLY AUTHENTIC_ and wholeheartedly believe the most "Off the Wall" thing you can do is be yourself. We are driven by a spirit of **INGENUITY** **.** And we are passionate about local **COMMUNITIES** **.** And most of all, we are a family that has fun together. At Vans we empower creative exploration and inspire youth culture through a commitment to inclusivity. We welcome anyone and everyone into our global family and proudly celebrate and environment where individuality is embraced, equal opportunities thrive, and everyone is empowered to reach their greatest potential. By joining our family, you will be immersed in an environment of incredibly supportive and collaborative people. We work hard across a multitude of initiatives to bring the Van Doren Spirit to life. We live for what we do. **How You Will Make a Difference** _What you will do:_ + Build sales by maintaining a consumer centric mindset and using selling behaviors through genuine interactions with consumers. + Ensure the store is consistently recovered and consumer ready by meeting brand standards. + Use strong verbal and nonverbal communication skills to exceed sales results. + Regularly interact with consumers within the store, providinga high level of customer service. + Adhere to policies, procedures and practices that align with company directives. **Skills for Success** _What you bring:_ + Proven communication skills + Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business; will require weekends, evenings, and holidays + Ability to be solution oriented + Ability to be flexible in a fast paced environment + 0-1 years of related professional/retail experience is preferred + A formal education and subsequent undergraduate/graduate degrees are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements. **What's** **in it For You** We're in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That's why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we're the total package. Go to MyVFBenefits.com and click on "Looking to Join VF?" to learn more. **Free To Be, Inclusion & Diversity** As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day. **Our Parent Company, VF Corporation** VF is one of the world's largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish through our family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands. At the heart of our journey lies our company-wide purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It's the reason we come to work every day. It's a commitment shared by our global associates across all brands. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling. Learn more at vfc.com **We just have one question. Are you in?** **Hiring Range** **:** $13.86 USD - $20.79 USD per hour **Minimum Start Rate** **:** $17.28 **Benefits at VF Corporation** : This position is a part-time or limited time position (ie., internship) and is not eligible for all of the benefit plans offered at VF Corporation. There are some benefits the company offers that this position can participate in. You can review a general overview of the benefits provided at VF by visiting www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking **Looking to Join VF?** Detailed information on the benefits options you qualify for will be provided upon hire. **_Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. Although all positions have a hiring range based upon market data, this position has a minimum starting rate that is listed above. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws._** _At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at_ _peopleservices@vfc.com_ _. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law._ _Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records._ VF Diversity Vision Statement VF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world.VF is an equal employment opportunity/ affirmative action employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.