Seasonal Adventure Gear Expert

Mountain-Equipment-Company-; Barrie; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on gear

Outdoor excursions with MEC staff

Equipment Demonstration Program (EDP)

Job summary

MEC is seeking a Seasonal Store Advisor in Barrie, Ontario. You will help members find gear for hiking, camping, cycling, watersports, snowsports and travel, sharing real-world product experiences to guide choices and plans.

You’ll assist with visual merchandising, inventory, and event communications, while learning about new products and sustainability initiatives to better serve the outdoors community.

Qualifications

• Retail or customer service experience is a plus.
• Strong on-the-spot product knowledge and advice.
• Able to connect with a diverse outdoor-loving community.

Responsibilities

• Chat with members about gear and needs.
• Ask open-ended questions to understand requirements.
• Share product knowledge and recommendations.
• Be part of a team keeping the store well organized and welcoming.
• Assist behind the scenes with inventory and events communications.
• Learn about new products and sustainability features and pass that knowledge on.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Outdoor enthusiasm

Willing to learn

Job description

MEC is seeking a Seasonal Store Advisor in Barrie, Ontario. You will help members find gear for hiking, camping, cycling, watersports, snowsports and travel, sharing real-world product experiences to guide choices and plans.

You’ll assist with visual merchandising, inventory, and event communications, while learning about new products and sustainability initiatives to better serve the outdoors community.