Sales Associate, Hoka

**ABOUT HOKA**

At HOKA, we believe in the transformational power of running and the joy and optimism that movement brings. We are driven by our passion for our Brand and products, and we want to share it with as many people as possible. Whether you’re a pro runner, first-miler, mountain roamer, or neighborhood walker, HOKA is here to empower you to take flight and find joy in movement.

We celebrate diversity of your background, your experiences, and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees can come as they are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly better together.

**SUMMARY**

Our Sales Associates are integral to the success of the HOKA Brand. As a Sales Associate, it’s your job to create the best possible customer experience. You regularly share your passion and love for our products and invite everyone into the HOKA community through amazing service.

**DESCRIPTION**

As a Sales Associate, you create personalized shopping experiences that educate our customers about the HOKA Brand and products. You understand the importance of being a HOKA Expert and stay current on all products and technologies. You engage knowledgably with customers and ensure that all questions are addressed accurately and responded to before they leave the store. You maintain and model an optimistic and energetic attitude with team members and customers and promote the store and Brand image in all interactions.

You assist management with administrative tasks, know how to operate the cash register, handle money accurately, check inventory daily, and ensure products are stocked and merchandised according to Brand standards. You maintain a clean and well organized back-stock and employee break area, which includes daily vacuuming, sweeping, and dusting. You practice safety consciousness and respond to theft in accordance with our policies. You report to work on time and notify the Store Manager or Manager on Duty in advance if you will be late or absent.

**CORE COMPETENCIES**

As an effective Sales Associate, you know how to:

- Ensure and model the highest level of customer service possible, as outlined in the HOKA Expert Service Program.
- Prioritize Brand and product knowledge training and share this knowledge in customer interactions
- Communicate effectively with customers, team members, management, and corporate stakeholders.
- Contribute to a team and cooperate to achieve goals.
- Multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Respond to problems or difficult situations with professionalism.
- Think critically to solve problems and approach challenges with agility.

**KEY QUALIFICATIONS**
- Two (2) years retail experience preferred.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to convey the HOKA and Deckers Brands Vision, Mission, and Values to your team members and customers.
- Highly motivated team player and self-starter.

**ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS**
- Flexibility of schedule and hours to meet the needs of the business.
- Valid State or Federal Identification.

As part of our HOKA Family, you belong to more than a performance lifestyle Brand. From our corporate offices to our retail stores across the globe, we value giving people the freedom to pursue their passions, express their individuality, and are committed to helping them succeed. We’re proud to offer a wide range of benefits to best recognize the important role each person plays in the Deckers Brands mission. You’ll discover many benefits of working at Deckers Brands including competitive pay, discounts, perks, global contests, as well as opportunities for growth and development.

**Equal Employment Opportunity**

Our goal is to inspire people to move, and to drive forward with purpose and passion. We bring a bold and unexpected approach to the products we create, crafting innovative solutions for athletes of all types. However, people find joy in movement, HOKA is here to empower and support them - to help them take flight.

At HOKA, we’re committed to creating a more equitable future for both our employees and the customers we serve. This means that we create and maintain hiring practices that ensure a diverse and representative workforce. Because by celebrating a culture of inclusion — one where employees are able to freely contribute equally — we are doing more than hiring a team of people to sell shoes. We’re bringing together people who are passionate about telling stories, making connections, creating experiences, and building lasting relationships.

**Summary**

Our Stockroom Operations Leads are critical to the success of our stores. As a Stock Lead, you’re the primary business owner of the stockroom, which means that you oversee the processing, product placement, and transfers of the store. It’s your job to instill the importance of maintaining a stockroom that is safe and efficient so that our customers