Sales Specialist (mwd)

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The role is a Sales Specialist for the new SAP Campus store in Walldorf, Germany, part of VF Corporation, a global apparel, footwear and accessories group that owns brands such as Vans, The North Face, Timberland, JanSport and Smartwool. The specialist works alongside the SAP team to deliver a technology‑driven retail experience and uphold VF's purpose‑led, sustainable brand values. Day‑to‑day duties include greeting customers, guiding them through self‑service and digital touchpoints, and supporting cashless transactions while escalating any technical or process issues. The specialist acts as the on‑site contact for SAP employees and VF stakeholders, opens and closes the store according to company procedures, and plans daily activities to keep the floor ready for shoppers. Additional tasks involve observing customer behaviour, recommending products, monitoring performance indicators, handling stock and loss‑prevention processes, and executing visual‑merchandising standards. The position requires proven experience in a comparable retail role such as Sales Specialist, Senior Sales Associate or Supervisor. Candidates must be able to work independently, organise priorities and take ownership of daily execution. A genuine interest in retail technology and confidence with new digital tools are essential, as is the ability to explain technology clearly to customers. Strong communication, customer‑service skills, operational discipline, attention to detail, basic troubleshooting ability and calmness under technical issues are also mandatory. Fluency in German and good working English are required, together with flexibility to adapt to a changing pop‑up environment. Preferred attributes include a proactive attitude that aligns with VF's Guiding Principles, integrity, courage, curiosity, empathy and perseverance, and a willingness to engage with ongoing training, cross‑brand networking and career development opportunities offered by the company. What the role asks for: - Previous experience as Sales Specialist or similar retail role - Ability to work independently and organise priorities - Strong customer‑service and communication skills - Interest in retail technology and digital tools - Fluency in German - Good working English - Ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues - Flexibility for changing pop‑up environment