Lead, Sporting Goods & Firearms Department

Rural King; Highland Park (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Healthcare plans

Associate discount 15%

Assistance program

Chaplaincy Services

Job summary

Rural King in Highland Park, AL is seeking a Department Lead to drive efficient department operations and deliver a high-quality shopping experience.

You will oversee inventory accuracy, pricing changes, planogram execution, merchandising standards, department cleanliness, and proactive customer service while supporting front-end activities and cross-training teammates. The role offers growth opportunities and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of retail experience in the department.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to actively listen, ask relevant questions, and provide thorough and articulate responses.
• Demonstrate adaptability to changing priorities, unexpected challenges, and evolving business needs.
• Demonstrated experience applying a flexible mindset to navigate ambiguity and uncertainty.
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify and address issues.
• Ability to remain composed under high-pressure situations and meet deadlines.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility with hours, including varied shifts, days, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to merchandising guidelines and maintain consistent department displays and signing.
• Monitor and maintain accurate inventory levels through stock counts and replenishment.
• Oversee the recovery process to keep the department neat and visually appealing.
• Coordinate and execute price changes and update pricing labels and signage.
• Manage playbook features and planogram sets according to company standards to maximize sales.
• Maintain department cleanliness and safety protocols for a safe shopping and working environment.
• Provide friendly, proactive customer service to assist with inquiries and locate products.
• Support front-end operations by processing transactions or loadouts as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Problem solving

Flexibility with hours

Job description

Rural King in Highland Park, AL is seeking a Department Lead to drive efficient department operations and deliver a high-quality shopping experience.

You will oversee inventory accuracy, pricing changes, planogram execution, merchandising standards, department cleanliness, and proactive customer service while supporting front-end activities and cross-training teammates. The role offers growth opportunities and competitive benefits.