Retail Sales Associate (m/f/d) - Part Time

March 5, 2026

BIRKENSTOCK is a global brand which embraces all consumers regardless of geography, gender, age and income. The company is deeply footed on a family tradition of shoemaking that can be traced back to 1774. With around 7100 employees worldwide, BIRKENSTOCK is the largest employer in the German footwear industry. To ensure our quality standards, we produce over 95% of our products in Germany and source more than 90% of our materials and components from Europe. The BIRKENSTOCK Group is headquartered in Linz am Rhein and maintains several locations in Germany, as well as sales offices in Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia. Join Birkenstock as a Part-Time Sales Associate and deliver exceptional customer service, assist with product selection and purchases, and maintain a clean, organized store while enhancing the overall shopping experience. This opportunity is open across our Singapore stores at Duxton, ION, MBS, and RWS. Candidates may indicate their preferred location, and store-specific details will be discussed during the interview process. YOUR TASKS:<ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Customer Service: Greet and assist customers to ensure a friendly, professional shopping experience</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Sales Support: Recommend products based on customer needs to drive satisfaction and sales</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Store Operations: Process transactions accurately and maintain visual merchandising standards</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Inventory: Support receiving, restocking, and inventory counts</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Performance: Meet sales targets and handle customer issues promptly and professionally</li></ul> YOUR PROFILE:<ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience: Retail experience a plus, with passion and eagerness to learn</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Communication: Strong verbal, listening, and interpersonal skills to engage customers</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Tech Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office and POS systems</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Flexibility: Available for variable schedules including weekends and holidays</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Energy & Passion: Enthusiastic about fashion and lifestyle brands, able to stay active and support store operations</li></ul> WE OFFER:BIRKENSTOCK offers you all the advantages of a successful, fast growing, global company: dynamic work environment, considerable design freedom, authentic and open corporate culture and excellent development opportunities. Sounds exciting? It is. Our Talent Acquisition team is looking forward to receiving your online application! Please hand in your application in English.

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