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Retail sales lead job description

Updated March 14, 2024
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A retail sales lead works at stores and is responsible for managing the staff and sales. Their duties include closely cooperating with the sales department to figure out the best strategies, hiring and training store employees, and managing the appearance of the store.

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Example retail sales lead requirements on a job description

Retail sales lead requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in retail sales lead job postings.
Sample retail sales lead requirements
  • Proficiency in cashiering operations
  • Demonstrated knowledge of merchandising principles
  • Ability to operate point-of-sale terminals, scanners and scales
  • Must have a valid driver's license
  • High school diploma or equivalent
Sample required retail sales lead soft skills
  • Superior customer service skills
  • Ability to motivate team members
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Retail sales lead job description example 1

Cracker Barrel retail sales lead job description

If you're passionate about a great guest experience and true hospitality, this is the role for you! Whether you're helping a guest find the perfect birthday gift or showing off your favorite items from the new collection, you'll make sure every guest feels at home.
Responsibilities:
In this role, you will run the roost when it comes to the retail shop - from the cash stand to the product displays and everything in between, you'll keep the shelves stocked while displaying world-class guest service. As a Retail Sales team member, you will have flexible hours (full or part time) and the opportunity for promotion and continued development!
Qualifications:
You will need to be able to stand for long periods, work in a variety of environments, be expected to lift, load and carry up to 40 pounds, and work with hot and cold food items. You must be able to understand and carry out instructions while working effectively with co-workers and managers to please our guests.

We'd love to get to know you! Text "
CBJOBS
" to
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to start your application or click "Apply for the job online" above.


NOTE:
Racism, either overt or perpetuated through unconscious bias, has no place at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, and both our Mission and People Promise are firmly rooted in the principle of valuing what everyone brings to the table. Our employees work hard to ensure that our brand, which is grounded in genuine hospitality and nostalgia, represents only what is good about those things. While our d cor and food may harken back to earlier times, our inclusive culture and beliefs about equality and diversity do not.

Come for the biscuits and stay for the perks- Cracker Barrel offers our employees:

Culture of Belonging: We believe in Family. We care about your wellbeing and your success. We foster an atmosphere where employees care for each other like family. Our employees are encouraged to be themselves, and this means we accept and celebrate our differences. Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Top Notch Training: PAR Training program: our hourly employee training program is built to help you grow and succeed. Earn your stars and be rewarded with pay increases We have a unique role of the Employee Training Coordinator at each location and their purpose is to help you be successful in your role Cross Training- If you thrive in an environment where no day is the same, you can cross train and work in a variety of roles for your store Diverse Career Paths: Cracker Barrel values internal development- whether you want to become an Employee Training Coordinator, a Shift Leader, a Restaurant or Retail Manager, or come join us at our Home Office in Lebanon, TN to work in corporate support for our stores; we are committed to helping you reach your personal career goals. Competitive Pay and Benefits: Competitive pay based on your experience with opportunities to earn additional pay increases with the PAR Training program Paychecks weekly or daily - You can access the pay you have earned throughout the week! Flexible Schedules Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits starting on day 1 401K with company matching starting at 90 days Vacation Time 35% off restaurant and retail items Employee Stock Purchasing Program
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Retail sales lead job description example 2

DICK'S Sporting Goods retail sales lead job description

Description On our team, everyone plays a critical role providing genuine, helpful and friendly service to help our athletes perform at their best and enjoy their sport. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve. This role is an opportunity to make a difference and join the world's greatest sports team.The Fitness Lead is a technically focused role that prioritizes a health + wellness lifestyle, creating a differentiated experience specifically to those interested in fitness products. This individual will put from personal experiences and leverage product knowledge to create wholistic recommendations based on the athlete's needs.

Meets the athlete where they are in their fitness journey, creating a tailored and unparalleled customer service experience; adapting sales style appropriately. Leverages fitness expertise to provide recommendations that meets the athlete's needs / goals.

Communicates extensive product knowledge with a clear and compelling in-depth explanation of product features and benefits; also stays current with industry technology and insights.

Helps athletes see what's possible by clearly positioning the added benefits and value of an at-home fitness space.

Gathers an understanding of the available area within the athlete's living accommodations in order to accurately outfit the space with fitness equipment / products (either for short or long-term space transformation).

Aligns complimentary workout accessories, and if appropriate, fitness regimens and pre/post workout techniques in order to create a wholistic fitness bundle.

Walks athletes through available financing options, outlining an alternative payment approach to large purchases.

Ensures the fitness pad is accurately set by flawlessly executing the game plan (i.e. presentation of merchandise).

Assist store management team with general supervision and directing on-floor work assignments of fitness area.

Lead and clearly communicate company objectives to associates, and provide on-floor training to all associates.

Support and develop associates through regular coaching and feedback. As needed, assist in other areas within the store.All Teammates are required to adhere to all safety policies and procedures. Additionally, as business needs arise, other tasks may become necessary.Qualifications
2 years of fitness related experience required. 1 year of retail experience preferred, but not require ***'S Sporting Goods is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Inclusion and Diversity.
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Retail sales lead job description example 3

Fanatics retail sales lead job description

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform to ignite and harness the passions of fans and maximize the presence and reach for hundreds of partners globally. Optimizing these long-standing partnerships, a database of more than 80 million global consumers and a trusted, recognizable brand name, Fanatics is expanding beyond its position as a global leader for licensed sports merchandise to now becoming a next-gen digital sports platform, featuring an array of offerings for fans across the sports ecosystem.

The Fanatics family of companies currently includes Fanatics Commerce, a vertically-integrated licensed merchandise business that has changed the way fans purchase their favorite team apparel, jerseys, headwear and hardgoods through a tech-infused approach to making and quickly distributing fan gear in today's 24/7 mobile-first economy; Candy Digital, a digital collectibles company that is partnering with prominent sports properties, including MLB and MLBPA, to build an official NFT ecosystem; Fanatics Collectibles, through Topps as a cornerstone of the business, building a new model for the collectibles and trading cards hobby with top leagues and players association partners; and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, a mobile betting, gaming and retail sportsbook platform. Fanatics' partners include all major professional sports leagues (NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NASCAR, MLS, PGA) and hundreds of collegiate and professional teams, which include several of the biggest global soccer clubs.

As a market leader with more than 9,000 employees, and hundreds of partners, suppliers, and vendors worldwide, we take responsibility for driving toward more ethical and sustainable practices. We are committed to building an inclusive Fanatics community, reflecting and representing society at every level of the business, including our employees, vendors, partners and fans. Fanatics is also dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities where we all live, work, and play through strategic philanthropic initiatives.

At Fanatics, we're a diverse, passionate group of employees aiming to ignite pride and passion in the fans we outfit, celebrate and support. We recognize that diversity helps drive and foster innovation, and through our IDEA program (inclusion, diversity, equality and advocacy) at Fanatics we provide employees with tools and resources to feel connected and engaged in who they are and what they do to support the ultimate fan experience.

The Retail Lead plays a critical role in the store and/or venue assisting the Management Team with creating the ultimate game day and shopping experience for our fans by leading the front line selling effort. The Retail Lead will drive results through effective communication and team building.

This position could be full or part-time depending on the specific needs of the property and will work a rotating, schedule including days, nights, and rotating weekends.

General Duties and Responsibilities:Drive sales results by executing the sales/operations plans Support back of house operations; maintain stockroom organization Utilize business metrics in decision making, including but not limited to; revenue targets, per cap and UPTCommunicate expectations for assignments and projects to employees under your supervision Provide training and assistance to new employees as required Provide feedback to associates based on observed job performance, fan comments and knowledge of the work environment

Education, Experience and Requirements:High School graduate or equivalent Minimum one year working in retail or sales preferred Ability to work independently and responsibly in a fast-paced environment Availability to work extended hours on game days and during events Foreign language skills are a plus

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Possess a fun, outgoing, confident, professional demeanor Prior leadership or management experience preferred Ability to work well with all levels of management, build partnerships and direct team Ability to anticipate and solve problems, act decisively and persist in the face of obstacles Ability to represent Fanatics/League/Team Values and standards Able to balance and prioritize multiple projects while remaining calm under pressure Available to work varied shifts including; weekend, closing and holiday shifts Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to complete two step network duo verification for the rare instance where required to do so

Physical Demands:Regularly required to sit stand, reach, bend and move about the facility as needed Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.Game Day scheduling may have exposure to various weather elements (rainy, windy, cold, high temperatures, etc.) if assigned location is outside of the shop

Tryouts are open at Fanatics! Our team is passionate, talented, unified, and charged with creating the fan experience of tomorrow. The ball is in your court now.

Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don't fall victim to fraud. Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants. Fanatics recruiters will only reach out to applicants from an @fanatics.com or @fanatics.co.uk email address. For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.fanaticsinc.com/careers

Fanatics is committed to responsible planning and purchasing (RPP) practices, working with its business partners across its global and multi-layered supply chain, to ensure that planning, sourcing, and purchasing decisions, along with other supporting processes, do not impede or conflict with the fulfillment of Fanatics' fair labor practices.
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Updated March 14, 2024

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