Sales Lead Position

A foremost enterprise in the sphere of youth retail, Journeys has a specialized focus on shoes and a unique range of specialty products that include hats, outfits, backpacks, and accessories. A retail chain with over 800 outlets spread across several locations, Journeys is a trendsetter for youth culture with its exciting collection including popular brands like Converse, Adidas, Dr. Martens, UGG, Vans, Hey Dude, Timberland, Birkenstock, Crocs, and more.

Through our exclusive collaborations and sponsorships with creative artists and musicians, charity events, volunteer programs, and meaningful content, Journeys has grown beyond being a mere retailer, emerging as an integral part of teenage and youth culture. Our in-store atmosphere fosters an inclusive, vibrant environment, emphasizing self-expression, facilitated by our passionate and friendly staff. Journeys is your wearable attitude, and we welcome you to join our dynamic team.

WHY CHOOSE TO WORK WITH JOURNEYS?

• We recognize and appreciate success!
• We offer accelerated promotion opportunities for high achievers
• We are a caring family with an attitude
• We allow you the freedom to be yourself
• You get to work within a spirited, entertaining atmosphere surrounded by the coolest people in town
• We value conducting business with passion and integrity
• We offer fabulous benefits and an employee discount
• Remuneration consists of base salary, sales commissions, and potential bonuses

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our Sales Lead will partner in running the store’s operations, mentoring associates, and reaching store and individual sales targets as well as performance standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Achieving store and personal sales targets and performance standards
• Assisting in the mentoring and development of an effective sales team
• Offering feedback, coaching, and accountability to all staff by enforcing all company policies and protocols
• Undertaking all opening and closing duties as per company policy
• Supervising and managing all daily operations in the absence of store management
• Overseeing all Loss Prevention protocols when store management is not available
• Effectively communicating all store needs to store management
• Completing bank deposits
• Accomplishing all tasks and responsibilities on time
• Completing all requisite training
• Delivering a fun, full-service experience to all clients
• Effectively solving customer issues
• Understanding and demonstrating the Journeys culture to the team

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Prior experience in retail sales preferred
• Ability to multitask in a dynamic environment
• Solid interpersonal and customer service skills
• Readiness to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment
• Eagerness to learn
• Completion of all preparatory sales lead training or similar experience
• Flexibility to work during nights and weekends
• Ability to climb, reach, bend, and lift weights up to 50 pounds
• Stamina to stand for long durations
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• The minimum age requirement for part-time employment may vary by state