Varsity Spirit, LLC
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Apparel Sales Representative - Northeast Ohio (Lorain, Medina & Summit Counties)
Hybrid · Akron, Ohio, United States$40k–45kFull-timePosted 2 months ago
Varsity Spirit, LLC
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Hybrid · Akron, Ohio, United States$40k–45kFull-timePosted 2 months ago
Varsity Spirit, LLC
ApplyVARSITY 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: Lorain, Medina and Summit Counties, Ohio
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.
COMPENSATION: The base draw for this job is $40,000 - $45,000 plus the possibility of additional performance-based incentives.
The base draw will vary based on criteria such as education, experience and qualifications of the applicant, location, internal equity, and alignment with the market.
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
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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.
JOIN THE BEST TEAM IN SPORT & SPIRIT
At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions – BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit – and our network of 6,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT.
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:
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.