Outdoor Gear Store Leader - Assistant Manager

Sportsman's Warehouse; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry Leading Employee Discounts

401K with Employer Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Supplemental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Sportsman's Warehouse is hiring an Assistant Store Manager to support daily operations, motivate Outfitters, and drive sales with strong merchandising and customer engagement. You will supervise select departments, coach staff, and ensure compliance with policies, including ATF regulations where firearms are concerned.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, and collaboration across a growing national chain.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of leadership experience in a retail environment at a Team Lead or Assistant Manager level.
• 3+ years of experience within an outdoor and/or sporting goods–focused retailer.
• Knowledge of Tomax, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Cisco phone systems, and UKG.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in leading, training, and mentoring team members while fostering a culture of engagement, accountability, and high performance.
• Maintain clear, ongoing communication with Outfitters to clarify expectations, train on knowledge and skills, and address employee concerns.
• Support the performance evaluation process by providing constructive feedback to employees.
• Help manage daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Oversee departmental functions, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and standards are maintained.
• Assist in executing opening and closing procedures, including store security and compliance.
• Monitor employee attendance, performance, and adherence to company policies, addressing issues promptly and professionally.
• Assist in hiring, training, and onboarding new team members to ensure smooth integration into the store culture.
• Facilitate conflict resolution among team members to promote a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Support the Store Manager in driving sales and achieving financial objectives through effective merchandising and customer engagement strategies.
• Ensure all employees are trained to deliver exceptional customer service and possess strong product knowledge.
• Assist in managing in-store events and promotional activities to increase customer engagement and traffic.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including ATF regulations related to firearms.
• Help maintain accurate inventory records, cycle counts, and compliance documentation.
• Assist the Store Manager in analyzing sales, labor, and inventory reports to identify trends and inform decisions.
• Provide regular updates to the Store Manager on departmental performance and employee matters.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Store Manager, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to overall store success.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Inventory & Sales Knowledge

Financial Acumen

Market Awareness

Tools

Tomax

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Cisco Phone Systems

UKG

Job description

Sportsman's Warehouse is hiring an Assistant Store Manager to support daily operations, motivate Outfitters, and drive sales with strong merchandising and customer engagement. You will supervise select departments, coach staff, and ensure compliance with policies, including ATF regulations where firearms are concerned.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, and collaboration across a growing national chain.