Department Lead – Sporting Goods & Firearms

Rural King; Georgia; On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Healthcare plans

Associate discount 15%

Job summary

Rural King is seeking a Department Lead to oversee a busy department, ensure accurate inventory, and maintain high merchandising standards. You will drive customer service, coordinate price changes, and support front-end operations in a fast-paced store.

You will contribute to training, adherence to safety protocols, and continuous improvement while delivering an exceptional shopping experience for our rural communities. A 40-hour workweek with varied hours is required.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of retail experience with knowledge of the department.
• Excellent verbal and written communication to convey ideas and instructions clearly.
• Demonstrate active listening and thorough, articulate responses.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and business needs.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address issues quickly.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy.
• Comfortable navigating computer systems to assist customers and manage tasks.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work a 40-hour week with varied hours, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the indoor merchandising guide to maintain department standards and displays.
• Monitor and maintain accurate inventory with regular stock counts and reconciliations.
• Oversee the recovery process to keep the department neat and visually appealing.
• Coordinate price changes and update pricing labels and signage.
• Manage playbook feature implementations and planogram sets per company guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety protocols in the department.
• Provide proactive customer service and assist with inquiries and product location.
• Process front-end transactions or loadouts as required.
• Operate retail equipment and participate in cross-training for flexibility.

Skills

Retail experience

Communication

Active listening

Adaptability

Problem solving

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Customer service

Teamwork

Job description

Rural King is seeking a Department Lead to oversee a busy department, ensure accurate inventory, and maintain high merchandising standards. You will drive customer service, coordinate price changes, and support front-end operations in a fast-paced store.

You will contribute to training, adherence to safety protocols, and continuous improvement while delivering an exceptional shopping experience for our rural communities. A 40-hour workweek with varied hours is required.