Sales Lead - Deerbrook Mall

Job Overview

As a Sales Lead at Vans, you will support the store leadership team by ensuring the highest level of customer engagement and sales results. You will model the brand voice, provide sales-related feedback, coach associate performance, foster inclusivity, and sometimes act as the store manager in the absence of another manager.

• Deliver a high level of personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.

• Assist in maximizing and achieving store sales and goals by monitoring progress against key targets.

• Foster a consumer‑centric mindset and an inclusive store environment.

• Provide direct feedback, coaching, and supervision to associates.

• Occasionally assume responsibility for the store when a manager is unavailable (covering breaks, meal periods, opening procedures, etc.).

• Provide actionable feedback to store associates and adhere to company policies and procedures.

• Support store leadership to achieve sales and profit goals.
• Coach, motivate, and build a high‑performing, diverse team.
• Maintain a high level of customer service and store presentation.
• Provide direct feedback and coaching to associates.
• Assume managerial responsibilities as needed.
• Adhere to policies, procedures, and company directives.

• 1 year of related retail experience preferred; not required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; hands‑on experience and achievements valued.
• Proven ability to drive results through store teams and exceed sales and profit goals.
• Skilled in coaching, motivating, and building high‑performing, diverse teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels.
• Solution‑oriented, flexible, and able to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Comfortable using word processing, spreadsheets, and retail software tools.
• Physical ability to stand, move, bend, reach, squat, climb ladders, and lift light to moderate weight.

Hiring Range: $16.00 – $20.70 USD per hour.
Incentive Potential:
Eligible for annual incentive, sales incentive, or commission potential.
Benefits:
This is a part‑time or limited time position (internship) and is not eligible for all VF Corporation benefits, but eligible for a subset of benefits. Additional details will be provided upon hire.

VF is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, or any other protected status. Virginia and local fair chance ordinance requirements apply. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals.