Apparel Sales Representative
Varsity Brands
Apparel Sales Representative
Varsity Brands
Operates cheerleading camps, apparel, and competitions
VARSITY SPIRIT, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE DRIVING FORCE IN SPIRIT ACROSS CHEER, DANCE, BAND AND YEARBOOK
For over 50 years, Varsity Spirit has been the leading global source for all things spirit, including cheerleading, dance team, performing arts and yearbook. Focused on safety, entertainment and traditional school leadership, Varsity Spirit’s 5,000+ employees are dedicated to celebrating school spirit. A leader in apparel innovation, educational camps, clinics, competitions, and yearbook, Varsity Spirit impacts more than a million athletes each year.
OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY
At Varsity Spirit, the safety and wellbeing of the young people we serve is of the utmost importance. Since our inception 50 years ago, we have been – and remain – steadfastly committed to doing our part to create a safe and positive environment for our participants’ physical, emotional, and social development, and promoting an environment free from abuse and misconduct. Varsity has a zero tolerance for abuse in its programs, events, and associated business activities. Varsity is committed to reporting all suspicions, allegations, and incidents of abuse in full accordance with local laws and reporting requirements. Learn more at Our Commitment to Safety - Varsity.com.
JOB TYPE: Full Time
LOCATION TYPE: This is an outside sales, hybrid position. Sales activity takes place across a home office, local schools, community events, and in-person meetings with clients.
TERRITORY DETAILS: Southeast North Carolina - Moore, Lee, Harnett, Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson, Cumberland, Sampson, Bladen, Columbus, Brunswick, New Hanover, Pender counties
To successfully perform the essential functions of this job, Sales Representatives live within or in close proximity to the region they serve and regularly travel throughout their assigned territory to manage local client relationships and maximize sales opportunities.
WORK HOURS: Hours vary based on customer needs. Evening and weekend work may be required.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Travel is primarily local to schools and organizations within the territory, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
A Varsity Spirit Fashion Sales Representative is passionate about fashion, enjoys working one-on-one with customers and thrives in a sales environment. Committed to creating memorable experiences for customers and transforming today’s brightest young people into tomorrow’s leaders, is a member of the largest, most influential manufacturing brand in the industry.
Responsibilities include providing personalized solutions to groups with participants of all ages. Effectively promote Varsity products through a consultative based selling approach.
A Varsity Spirit Fashion Sales Representative will represent Varsity Brands by demonstration of company core values in driving the highest ethical standards of conduct in all business activities.
SPIRIT – PASSION – INNOVATION – RESPECT – INTEGRITY - TRANSPARENCY
Explore the apparel and products our Sales Representatives sell.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Plan and prospect for territory sales
Conduct consults and fittings with coaches and their athletes
Meet & exceed assigned territory sales goals
Provide honest and confident feedback about style and fit
Seek fashion and product knowledge to build your expertise
Maintain personal drive to seek professional growth
Prospect power – build rapport
Build lasting relationships with customers
Travel to appointments within the territory
Excel in a work from home environment
Recruiting for summer camp brands
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
Ability to grasp new technology and understanding of Microsoft Suite
Knowledge of cheer and dance industry
Willingness to learn in-depth product construction, technicalities and pricing
Cultivate an in-home office that is distraction-free
Ensure reliable travel for regular face-to-face touch points
Organization and follow through
Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
Ability to generate leads, forecast sales cycle, anticipate problems, and create effective solutions, with an aspiration to meet and exceed sales goals
In depth learning & career advancement
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or GED.
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business education or related field preferred
Industry Experience preferred
Experience in an administrative support role for at least 2 years.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, bending, lifting, kneeling walking and driving will all occur on a regular basis. Must be able to lift 15-30 pounds.
The physical demands that are described as required are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
What to Expect After Applying
After submitting your application, you will receive a call from our virtual recruiter to complete a brief initial screening at your convenience. This optional screening will help us learn more about your experience and interest in this Varsity Spirit Sales opportunity. Your responses will then be reviewed by our recruiting team, and selected candidates will be contacted regarding next steps in the interview process.
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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.
OUR VALUES
Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.
Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.
Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.
Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.
Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.
Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.
OUR BENEFITS
We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:
Eligibility for company-sponsored benefits is determined by scheduled work hours, and the terms of the applicable benefit plans. Benefit offerings and eligibility requirements may vary by position and are subject to change in accordance with plan documents and applicable law.
Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.
Operates cheerleading camps, apparel, and competitions
Varsity Brands coordinates the school experience through three main streams: training camps for cheerleaders, a uniform and apparel business, and national cheerleading and student-sports competitions. Camps train teams, uniforms and gear are sold to schools, and competitions are organized and historically broadcast on networks like ESPN, tying training, gear, and events together. The company distinguishes itself by offering an integrated suite—camps, equipment, apparel, and events—supported by a distribution network and publishing through its affiliated brands. Its goal is to be the leading partner for student activity programs in schools, providing comprehensive services and events on a national scale.
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