New Balance Sales Associates

**Job description** **Company description** We are a locally owned and operated New Balance retail store with the latest premium New Balance branded footwear, apparel, accessories. Our trained and knowledgeable fit professionals offer one-on-one fit consultations and will help size, scan, and fit footwear from the largest collection of New Balance styles, sizes and widths you can find on Vancouver Island. Our footwear is second-to-none in comfort and performance and our apparel features the right technology to keep you comfortable whatever your activity. We have been serving Vancouver Island for over 20 years. **Job description** The New Balance retail store in Victoria is looking for a committed full-time and part-time Sales Associate. For Immediate hire. Backed by 20 years of successful operation and a brand that is renowned for fit and performance, we at New Balance Victoria pride ourselves in being a premium running and wellness retailer that quite simply offers the best customer experience in the industry. In order to maintain this level of excellence, we are constantly on the lookout for top sales performers with a passion for sport and wellness to join our retail team. Do you love working with people? Want to spend your day being active, working in a healthy environment and selling products that our loyal customers will actually use - then come join our team We're looking for people _**passionate about sport and fitness**_ that want to work in a fast-paced retail environment. Experience in athletic footwear and/or apparel sales is preferred. If you are a talented, motivated sales professional with previous retail and/or customer service experience and looking for a full-time or part-time position (evenings, holidays, and full weekends included), then we want to hear from you **RESPONSIBILITIES**: As an integral member of our retail team, the NBV Sales Associate is ultimately responsible for acting as an enthusiastic front-line brand ambassador while offering exceptional service for each and every customer entering their store location. Every day, they utilize specialized product knowledge and unique service techniques to create an in-store experience that consistently "WOWS" each and every guest, ultimately upholding the Company's reputation for providing the best customer service while helping each individual find their own perfect fit. The NBV Sales Associate also works with their team to maintain economic and efficient store operations, contributing to the control and maintenance of their store's inventory and work environment. Lifting heavy, irregular loads (up to 12 kgs), working on ladders (up to 4 meters), and regular cleaning tasks are all a part of a busy day's work. **QUALIFICATIONS**: - Dedicated, passionate worker with previous retail and/or customer service experience - Strong interpersonal skills with proven leadership qualities - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment - Enthusiasm for learning new skills and taking on new challenges - Eagerness to contribute to a safe, healthy, welcoming team environment - Passion for health, wellness, and sport - Practical working knowledge of computer operations Whether you're a seasoned salesperson looking for a new and fulfilling challenge, a wellness enthusiast searching for a way to expand and share your passion, or someone in between, we'd love to hear from you Call (250)382-9327 for more details. Hiring Immediately. While we thank all parties for their interest in a career with New Balance Victoria, only those applicants selected for the interview process will be contacted. - Location: Victoria - Compensation: competitive hourly rate. - Principals only. Recruiters please don't contact this job poster. - Phone calls about this job are ok. - Please do not contact job poster about other services, products, or commercial interests **Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent **Salary**: From $17.50 per hour **Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Part-time hours: 15-40 per week **Salary**: From $17.50 per hour **Benefits**: - Dental care - Store discount - Vision care Day range: - Holidays - Monday to Friday - Weekend availability Work setting: - Specialty store **Experience**: - sales: 1 year (preferred) - customer service: 1 year (preferred) Work Location: In person