Golf Sales Associate, Part-Time - The Golf Mart

Worldwide Golf; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay + commission

Flexible scheduling

401(k) matching

Paid vacation

Health benefits

Employee discount

Learning opportunities

Hands-on training

Growth opportunities

Job summary

The Golf Mart, part of Worldwide Golf, is seeking a Golf Sales Associate to promote a store culture aligned with our values and the “Sure No Problem” philosophy.

Responsibilities include maintaining golf product knowledge, assessing customer needs, recommending equipment, educating customers, operating a launch monitor and golf simulator, and keeping the floor organized. This role offers base pay with commissions and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Golf knowledge/background is required.
• Experience in the golf industry is a plus; entry-level candidates will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an awareness of all golf product knowledge, terminology, merchandise promotions, demo merchandise and sale advertisements.
• Evaluate customers' needs, apply knowledge of golf equipment features and benefits, and make recommendations on the right golf equipment for the customer.
• Educate customers on our golf products and help them compare differences to make an educated decision.
• Operate launch monitor and golf simulator equipment to provide customer with valuable data during in-store experience
• Assist with floor moves, merchandising, and keeping the sales floor organized and clean to meet Worldwide Golf's standards.
• Research merchandise availability via computer database; requisition merchandise from the stockroom and taking inventory of stock where needed.
• Once fully trained, recognize and suggest ways to improve processes.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Golf knowledge

Sales experience

Job description

What We Offer

• Our Golf Sales Associates receive base pay plus commission!
• Flexible scheduling and 401(k) matching for part-time employees!
• Paid vacation, 401(k) matching, and health benefits with company contribution to the HSA for full-time employees!
• There is no better time to work in the golf industry! All employees receive a strong employee discount, golf-specific learning opportunities, and hands-on training.
• Worldwide Golf is one of the largest golf retailers in the world, giving you more opportunities for growth and mobility.

Job Description

The Golf Sales Associate at The Golf Mart is responsible for promoting and maintaining a store culture that is consistent with Worldwide Golf's values, including the "Sure No Problem" philosophy.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintain an awareness of all golf product knowledge, terminology, merchandise promotions, demo merchandise and sale advertisements.
• Evaluate customers' needs, apply knowledge of golf equipment features and benefits, and make recommendations on the right golf equipment for the customer.
• Educate customers on our golf products and help them compare differences to make an educated decision.
• Operate launch monitor and golf simulator equipment to provide customer with valuable data during in-store experience
• Assist with floor moves, merchandising, and keeping the sales floor organized and clean to meet Worldwide Golf's standards.
• Research merchandise availability via computer database; requisition merchandise from the stockroom and taking inventory of stock where needed.
• Once fully trained, recognize and suggest ways to improve processes.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Ability to spend work time standing or moving around the store. Physical activities include bending, stooping, lifting (up to 15 pounds), carrying, walking and/or reaching on a frequent basis.
• Have a working knowledge of word-processing, spreadsheet, inventory, internet and order processing systems.
• Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates.

Qualifications Desired

• Golf knowledge/background is required
• Any experience working in the golf industry is a plus (entry-level candidates will also be considered!)

Who We Are

The Golf Mart is part of the Worldwide Golf family - a growing, 50-year-old business with over 95 stores across more than 25 states, which includes well-renowned golf retail and e-commerce brands, including:

Roger Dunn Golf Shops | Edwin Watts Golf | The Golf Mart | Golfers' Warehouse | Van's Golf Shops | Uinta Golf | Las Vegas Golf Superstore | Golfdom | Mike's Golf Outlet | Golf and Ski Warehouse | Cool Clubs | Worldwidegolf.com | Globalgolf.com | Fairwaystyles.com | Getclubs.com

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The hourly rate for this position is $12.00 - $18.00 per hour plus a commission rate between 1.75% and 6% based on department and product. Individual starting rate within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.