Retail Gearhead / Sales Associate - Part Time (Backcountry)

Backcountry; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 23,419 - 24,108; Part time

Job summary

Backcountry is seeking a dynamic Gearhead (Sales Associate) in Boulder, Colorado, to provide exceptional customer service and assist with sales. Responsibilities include greeting customers, providing product information, processing transactions, and maintaining the store environment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, retail sales experience, and a passion for outdoor activities. Flexible scheduling is required, with a pay range of $17 - $17.50 per hour, making this a fantastic opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts.

Qualifications

• Previous retail sales experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers with their purchases.
• Provide product information and recommendations.
• Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Manage inventory levels and restock merchandise.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Detail-oriented

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Point-of-sale systems

Job description

We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Gearhead (Sales Associate) to join our retail team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, generating sales, and helping customers find the right outdoor gear and apparel for their needs.

What You Get to Do Every Day:

• Greet and assist customers with their purchases
• Provide product information, advice, and recommendations to customers
• Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently
• Maintain a clean and organized store environment
• Manage inventory levels and restock merchandise
• Participate in company-wide promotions and marketing campaigns
• Collaborate with the marketing and buying teams to ensure product offerings align with customer needs
• Continuously strive to improve customer satisfaction and exceed sales targets
• Develop and maintain knowledge of products, industry trends, and competitors
• Specialized knowledge in skiing, snowboarding, biking, climbing, fly fishing, or other outdoor sport preferred
• Outdoor industry and retail experience, nice to have
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager

What You Bring to the Role:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework preferred
• Previous retail sales experience preferred
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and point-of-sale systems
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings
• Passion for outdoor activities and knowledge of outdoor gear and apparel

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with associates and customers
• Ability to remain standing for up to 5 hours at a time
• Ability to move about the store coaching and directing associates; selling to customers and retrieving merchandise from stockroom or sales floor
• Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch to retrieve and replenish merchandise from stockroom or sales floor
• Ability to lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to ascend/descend ladders to retrieve and/or move merchandise
• Ability to operate a computer, POS system, keyboards, merchandise scanners and mouse to accomplish work
• Must have a flexible schedule, including availability for nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Regular and predictable attendance

$17 - $17.50 an hour

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