Kipling

Kipling: Sales Associate - San Diego

Kipling  •  California, MD (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

Join the Kipling Family 

Kiplingestablisheditself as a global handbag brand by embodying a carefree spirit and pioneering the use of its signature crinkle nylon in expressive colors and patterns. Today, Kipling is sold in more than 80 countries internationally, and is a global leader in selling quality, durable bags designed for everyone.

Kipling fosters a culture where everyone is welcome. We pride ourselves in creating an environment that recognizes and celebrates differences. We put our people first. We always have and we always will.

Live.Light is our mantra, and it supports a positive outlook on life. It is about being true to yourself. It is living an organized and lighter life both mentally and physically, where less is more.It’sabout looking on the bright side, seeing the glass half full, and radiating optimism.

We strive to Live.Light each and every day, and we’d love for you to join us!

Sales Associate

As a fun, energetic and dedicated Sales Associate you will be the voice and face of the brand, delivering a best-in-class consumer experience and contributing to an inclusive environment where you are free to be you. As a member of our team, you should have a passion for fashion, be highly organized,hardworkingand enjoy working with a team. The Sales Associateis responsible fordriving sales, daily operations, merchandising, and loss prevention.

How You Will Make a Difference 

What you will do:

You will build sales bydemonstratinga customer-centric mindset,utilizingselling behaviors and providing solutions and inspiration through customer interactions with a genuine passion for the brand, thecustomerand the product. You will ensure product is always available to the customer and is presented in a compelling way that is consistent with visual guidelines and brand standards on thesalesfloorand in the stockroom areas.

How you will do it:

By using strong communication skills, you will work collaboratively with your team to achieve store objectives and sales results.You will adhere to policies and procedures, standards andpracticesand company directives. You will protect company assets andcomply withsafety, security,and shrinkavoidance policies and programs. Report all concernstomanagement. 

What success looks like: 

You successfully meet and exceed sales results and business goals by building strong customer relationships to maximize loyalty and continually provide a great consumer experience. Youmaintaina positive attitude and are flexible to the changing needs of the customer and the business. You model behavior that respects the background,experienceand cultural differences of others as part of an inclusive store environment.

Free To Be, Inclusion & Diversity:

As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection,opennessand authenticity. We are committed to building andmaintaininga workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Skills for Success

Years of Related Professional/Retail Experience:

  • 0-1 years preferred but notrequired

Educational Position Requirements:

  • A formal education andsubsequentundergraduate/graduate degrees are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.

Physical Requirements:

  • Standingrequiredfor entire work shift

  • Bend, lift, open, and move product up to50 pounds (as needed)

What we expect you already know

  • Communication skills with the ability to be a team player and flexible in a fast-paced environment. 

What we will teach you:

  • We will teach you how to deliver our Brand and product story through elevated customer service and how to meet and exceed sales targets. 

VF Guiding Principles:

Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Preserve.

What’sin it For You:

We’rein the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas,energyand commitment of our people.That’swhy we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental,physicaland financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits,we’rethe total package. Go to MyVFBenefits.com click on “Looking to Join VF?”tolearn more. 

Our Parent Company, VF Corporation

VF is one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles,activitiesand experiences they cherish through our family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands. At the heart of our journey lies our company-wide purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose.It’sthe reason we come to work every day.It’sa commitment shared by our global associates across all brands. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue ourgoals,together. This is ourcalling Learn more at vfc.com

We just have one question. Are you in?

Hiring Range

$18.25 - $23.04 USD per hour

Benefits at VF Corporation This position is a part-time or limited time position (ie., internship) and is not eligible for all of the benefit plans offered at VF Corporation. There are some benefits the company offers that this position can participate in. You can review a general overview of the benefits provided at VF by visiting www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on the benefits options you qualify for will be provided upon hire.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. Although all positions have a hiring range based upon market data, this position has a minimum starting rate that is listed above. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Kipling

About Kipling

We are on a mission

To live a vibrant and colourful life – go places never been before. Be curious. Dare to live the life we’ve always wanted. That’s our mission. Well, you may say: It’s just bags. Yes, that may be true. But sometimes it’s the simple things that make life easier.

Exploring the world with curiosity

We empower you to go your own way. That’s why we inject all our creativity and out-of-the-box thinking into developing thoughtful designs with a casual coolness. Simply put, we design bags that inspire mobility and lighten your life.

Our success story started in ‘87 in the heart of the fashion capital Antwerp (Belgium) with the iconic crinkled nylon bags. Today Kipling’s well-known bags and accessories are available around the world in 436 stores in 80 countries and can be found in more than 7500 shops including the best department-stores, and kipling.com.

Kipling is part of VF Corporation one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish most through a family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands including Vans®, The North Face®, Timberland®, Dickies®, Eastpak®, Kipling®, icebreaker®, Napapijri® and many more. ​

Our purpose is to power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. We believe that when you discover the difference between a career and a calling, you get so much more out of life. When those lines begin to blur, you start to limit yourself much less and start aiming for more. ​

That’s what we want for everyone​ who joins us at VF. And frankly, that’s what it takes to thrive here too.

Industry
Fashion & Apparel
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Antwerp, BE
Year Founded
1987
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