Shoe Sales Associate Job Description

Shoe sales associates aim to find the right fit for their customers.

A shoe sales associate aims to sell shoes in a retail store. Shoe sales associates interact with customers, run a cash register and display shoes within an establishment. They must know a wide array of footwear and be passionate about customer service.

Basics

Shoe sales associates often recommend shoes to customers, based on a customer’s preference. They measure a customer’s foot and attempt to find the right fit. They are also usually responsible for arranging and storing shoes.

Skills

Shoe sales associates should be energetic, motivated and resilient. They must be friendly and organized, and possess basic math skills--needed to chart sales, take a customer’s money and make change.

Education

The majority of shoe sales associates can be hired with no more than a high school diploma. Typically more important than a formal education is a willingness to learn and develop sales skills while on the job.

Prospects

Jobs for retail salespersons are expected to increase by 8 percent through 2018, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Earnings

Most shoe sales associates receive a base salary along with a commission. According to PayScale.com, retail salespersons earned anywhere from around $8 to more than $10 per hour in June 2010.

References

• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Retail Salespersons
• Shoe Sales Job Description
• PayScale.com: Retail Sales Associate Wages