7736 - Seasonal Sales Help

Lids Sports Group is looking for a Seasonal Sales Help to join its front-line team in Burnaby. As the largest licensed sports retailer in North America, the company runs more than 1,300 stores and brings together sports, fashion and fan culture. They’re known for officially licensed headwear and apparel from colleges and pro teams, plus big-name brands and in-store embroidery that lets fans customize gear. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, and this role sits onsite in a Burnaby store for a seasonal period.

The gig suits someone who enjoys sports, fashion and helping customers find items that match their personal style and team pride. It’s a chance to be part of a busy retail environment and contribute to a strong customer experience on the shop floor.

In this position, you’ll be the face of the brand for shoppers, delivering energy and expertise to help people select products that reflect their individuality. You’ll keep displays tidy and aligned with visual guidelines, maintain a neat appearance, and support store operations so visitors get a standout Lids experience. The role is onsite and seasonal, ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative retail setting.

A typical day behind the counter

On a daily shift, you’ll focus on helping customers with selections and guiding purchases in a way that supports the store’s revenue goals, all while staying friendly and professional. You’ll also take care of store upkeep by following visual standards, ensuring signs and merchandise are presented well, and keeping the floor fresh and organized.

Stockroom and inventory tasks will be part of the routine, including processing shipments, restocking shelves, and helping maintain accurate product counts. You’ll need to keep a professional appearance according to the dress code and follow the retailer’s policies and procedures as you go about your duties.

Must-have credentials to bring

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers

Nice-to-have extras to consider

The posting doesn’t list any additional preferred qualifications beyond strong people skills.

Pay, perks and the practical side

The role is seasonal and on-site in Burnaby, with compensation described as an hourly base pay that may vary by region, hours and experience. The base pay offered will take internal equity into account, and factors such as location, job knowledge, and schedule can influence the amount.

Lids offers employee discounts and perks, opportunities for career development and professional training, a collaborative and team-oriented work environment, and Early Wage Access options to provide added financial flexibility.

Physical demands include lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally, climbing a ladder and working with hands overhead from time to time, and standing and walking for extended periods. The ability to hear and communicate frequently with customers and colleagues, and to use a computer and mobile point-of-sale systems, is also required. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities; inquiries can be directed to HR at the address shown by the company.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and the company does not offer visa sponsorship for this role. The employer is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics. Personal information collected during the application process is used for HR purposes, including evaluating candidates and potential background checks after a conditional offer. If accessibility assistance is needed to apply, you can email [email protected] for help.

Tips to help you shine for this seasonal role

Lead your resume with your customer-service track record and any concrete sales results you’ve achieved, so the reader sees you can contribute to revenue on the floor from day one.

When you describe your must-have skills, back them up with a real example of clear, professional communication with a customer in a busy setting, and highlight any experience that shows you can maintain a neat, presentable appearance and follow store guidelines.

Get ready to talk about stockroom and inventory tasks in interviews, discuss how you’d handle shipments, assist with counts, and support merchandising to keep shelves accurate and appealing.

Consider asking about the early wage access program and how the store handles restocks and inventory cycles, to show you’ve thought about how the role fits into the store’s operations and the team’s rhythm.