Retail Store Assistant Manager (Backcountry)

CSC Generation Enterprise; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Backcountry, a multi-store outdoor retailer, is seeking a Retail Store Assistant Manager to support daily store operations and a Retail Manager. The role focuses on inventory, merchandising, and customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 2-3 years in retail management, strong leadership, and passion for outdoor gear. The job emphasizes teamwork, opportunity to influence store performance, and customer satisfaction in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in retail management.
• Passion for outdoor activities and knowledge of outdoor gear.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of retail operations, inventory management, and visual merchandising.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and POS systems.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including holidays, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in day-to-day store operations, including inventory management, visual merchandising, and customer service
• Ensure that the store is always clean, organized and well-stocked
• Assist the Store Manager in opening and closing the store
• Ensure the store is properly secured and alarm systems are functioning correctly
• Manage cash and credit card transactions, and perform daily cash reconciliations
• Maintain accurate inventory levels, conduct regular inventory audits, and report any discrepancies to the store manager
• Train and supervise retail staff to ensure they are knowledgeable about all processes and the products we sell and provide exceptional customer service
• Protect store assets following loss prevention and safety standards
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers to build customer loyalty and repeat business
• Assist in the development and implementation of marketing and promotional activities to increase sales

Skills

Retail leadership

Customer service

Communication

Team management

Inventory management

Visual merchandising

Store operations

Flexibility

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Backcountry, our mission is to connect people to their passions. Our five online stores—Backcountry, Level Nine Sports, Competitive Cyclist, MotoSport, and SteepandCheap—aim to supply our customers with the gear, knowledge, and inspiration necessary to get out there and chase down life’s greatest moments. We do this by providing the biggest and best assortment of premium outdoor products, a superior shopping experience, personalized Gearhead expertise, lightning-fast and accurate fulfillment, and inspirational, informative, and community-centered content.

The ideal candidate should have a passion for outdoor activities and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

At Backcountry, our mission is to connect people to their passions. Our five online stores—Backcountry, Level Nine Sports, Competitive Cyclist, MotoSport, and SteepandCheap—aim to supply our customers with the gear, knowledge, and inspiration necessary to get out there and chase down life’s greatest moments. We do this by providing the biggest and best assortment of premium outdoor products, a superior shopping experience, personalized Gearhead expertise, lightning-fast and accurate fulfillment, and inspirational, informative, and community-centered content.

Backcountry is seeking a highly motivated and organized Retail Store Assistant Manager to assist our Retail Manager in the daily operations of our brick-and-mortar retail store. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the outdoors and have experience in retail management, as well as excellent communication and customer service skills.

This role is challenging – above and beyond the day-to-day responsibilities, you’ll have a big role within a fast-paced team.

This position will report into the Retail Store Manager.

What you get to do every day:

• Assist the Store Manager in managing the day-to-day operations of the retail store, including inventory management, visual merchandising, and customer service
• Ensure that the store is always clean, organized and well-stocked
• Assist the Store Manager in opening and closing the store
• Ensure the store is properly secured and alarm systems are functioning correctly
• Manage cash and credit card transactions, and perform daily cash reconciliations
• Maintain accurate inventory levels, conduct regular inventory audits, and report any discrepancies to the store manager
• Train and supervise retail staff to ensure they are knowledgeable about all processes and the products we sell and provide exceptional customer service
• Protect store assets following loss prevention and safety standards
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers to build customer loyalty and repeat business
• Assist in the development and implementation of marketing and promotional activities to increase sales

What you bring to the role:

• 2-3 years of experience in retail management
• Passion for outdoor activities and knowledge of outdoor gear and apparel
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Knowledge of retail operations, inventory management, and visual merchandising
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and point-of-sale systems
• Ability to work flexible hours, including holidays, evenings and weekends

$23 - $24 an hour

CSC Generation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any characteristic protected by law. If you need an accommodation during the application process, contact [email protected] .

Employment is contingent on a background check, including verification of prior employment dates.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.