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Apparel Sales Representative - Mississippi (Future Opportunities)

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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.

This is an evergreen posting to build a pool of qualified candidates for potential future opportunities. While we don’t have an immediate opening for this role, we anticipate that positions may become available in the summer. If you're interested in joining our team and think you’re a good fit, we encourage you to submit your application, and we’ll reach out if there’s a match when the role opens.

LOCATION TYPE: This job operates in a hybrid capacity between a home office, school, community, and event environments.

LOCATION DETAILS: Northwest Mississippi and Northeast Mississippi

To successfully perform the essential functions of this job, Sales Representatives live within the region they serve in order to manage local client relationships and maximize sales opportunities.

WORK HOURS: Hours will vary based on the customer's needs. Evenings and weekends may be required.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT:

Travel is primarily local to schools and organizations within the territory although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

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

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.

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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:

Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
Wellbeing Program
401(k) plan with company matching
Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
Varsity Brands Ownership Program
Employee Resource Groups
St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!

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.

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What You Should Know About Apparel Sales Representative - Mississippi (Future Opportunities), Varsity Brands

Are you ready to bring your sales skills and passion for fashion to a vibrant team? As an Apparel Sales Representative with Varsity Spirit, a leader in athletic apparel innovation, you'll have the opportunity to impact the young athletes of Mississippi and beyond. In this hybrid role, you’ll primarily cover Northwest and Northeast Mississippi, working with local schools and organizations to develop lasting relationships and provide customized apparel solutions tailored to cheerleading, dance, and performing arts. You’ll enjoy the flexibility of working from home while also traveling locally to meet with clients face-to-face. At Varsity Spirit, we prioritize creativity, safety, and the spirit of teamwork, and you’ll be instrumental in promoting our exciting range of products to passionate groups. By leveraging your sales expertise, you will not only meet assigned sales goals but also exceed them, all while making a positive impact on the lives of young people. Your responsibility includes conducting fittings, providing honest style feedback, and cultivating a distraction-free home office environment to drive productivity. If you're willing to learn and eager for growth, this is where you want to be! Plus, with our extensive benefits package that includes health care, 401(k), and employee perks, you will feel valued as part of our amazing team. Join us in creating memorable experiences and inspiring the next generation of leaders!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Apparel Sales Representative - Mississippi (Future Opportunities) Role at Varsity Brands

What qualifications are needed to become an Apparel Sales Representative at Varsity Spirit?

To become an Apparel Sales Representative at Varsity Spirit, you should possess a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for a bachelor's degree in marketing, business education, or a related field. Industry experience and a minimum of two years in an administrative support role are also preferred. Strong communication skills, the ability to learn quickly about product details, and a passion for the cheer and dance industry are essential.