The Sales Lead is a role model Bear Builder that has been given the additional responsibilities as a Floor Leader on Duty on designated shifts. During those times, the Sales Lead will provide direction to Bear Builders, modeling Experience First® behaviors with a focus on achieving the store sales goals. When not designated as the Floor Leader on Duty, the Sales Lead functions as a Bear Builder.

Responsibilities:

Floor Leader on Duty Role:

Be a role model to others in providing exceptional Guest service to ensure a memorable experience
Guide, support, and direct a team of associates to ensure smooth store operations and the achievement of sales goals
Model Experience First behaviors
Provide feedback to the management team to make them aware of performance and compliance issues that the CWM and AWM are responsible for addressing

Bear Builder Role:

Provide exceptional Guest service by Actively engage with Guests, using the Experience First Make Behaviors
Create a warm and inclusive atmosphere for Guests, fostering positive interactions, and guaranteeing that each Guest leaves satisfied with their experience
Uphold operational excellence by consistently meeting brand standards and guidelines, ensuring a seamless and cohesive experience for all Guests
Display strong team commitment, being dependable, engaged, and helpful

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Availability to work 15-25 hours per week

Preferred Qualifications:

Build-A-Bear store associate experience
Associate’s (or higher) degree in business, management, or a related field

Behavioral Traits for Success:

Thrives in an Experience First environment
Connects with and inspires others to achieve results
Enjoys meeting and interacting with new people
Possesses a “How can I help” attitude
Strong desire to develop, train, and support others’ success
Exercises good judgment in ambiguous situations
Displays strong initiative and self-direction
Thrives in a dynamic and changing environment
Able to remain calm when faced with challenging circumstances

Working Environment:

Ability to work a flexible retail schedule, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays
Ability to sit, stand, and move around for duration of shift
Work environments include indoor/outdoor malls, strip centers, and other retail locations
Lift > 25 pounds

Your Performance Will Be Measured On:

Your performance will be measured by your ability to support the achievement of store financial goals and compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards which include but are not limited to the following:

Decision-making, judgment, and execution
Ability to create an Experience First culture for Guests and associates
Achievement of assigned goals
Consistent execution of operational standards
Stakeholder feedback

This description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Supervisors may assign additional functions and requirements as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent an expressed or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter your at-will employment, and Build-A-Bear, Inc. reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the associate to perform, as may be deemed appropriate.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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