Sales Associate (Full-Time) - Sporting Goods - Litchfield, MN

Runnings; Litchfield (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Runnings in Litchfield, MN is seeking a Sales Associate to assist customers and provide excellent service in a retail environment. You will greet customers, answer product questions, cashier, and help with product assembly and housekeeping. Federal rules require age 21+ for firearms sales; strong firearms knowledge is expected.

Pay range is $15.00–$16.50 per hour, depending on experience. This is a full-time position with a dynamic team and regular store duties including stocking and cycles

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 21 years of age or older required for firearms sales under federal law.
• Strong knowledge of firearms and firearm sales.
• Excellent customer service skills and cash handling ability.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist with service questions.
• Price store merchandise and adjust prices as needed by management.
• Stock and face merchandise on shelves.
• Assist in receiving freight and organize products.
• Support cycle counts and stock accuracy.
• Answer phone calls and handle inquiries appropriately.
• Process customer transactions using KCX cash register system.
• Ensure accurate cash handling and manage returns.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Stock merchandising

Telephone handling

Firearms knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

KCX cash register system

Fax machine

Copy machine

Computer software

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on November 10, 2026

Locations

• Showing 1 location
  Litchfield #31
  975 E Frontage Road
  Litchfield, MN 55355, USA


• Retail Sales


• Full-Time


• Requisition #: SALES007321

Description

The Sales Associate is responsible to assist customers throughout the retail store. The primary function of the Sales Associate is to provide excellent customer service. This may include greeting customers in the store, cashier responsibilities, answering product related questions, product assembly, general housekeeping, and other duties as assigned by manager. Candidates must be at least 21 years of age to meet federal regulations with the sales of firearms. Candidates must also have have a strong knowledge with all things firearms and the sales of firearms.

Pay Range: $15.00-$16.50 Depending on experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet customers as they shop in the retail store, assisting with customer service questions.


• Price store merchandise and make price changes as requested by store management.


• Stock and face merchandise on shelves as requested by store management.


• Assist in receiving freight and organize incoming products as directed by store management.


• Responsible for assisting in cycle counts.


• Answer incoming telephone calls and handle appropriately.


• Handle customer transactions utilizing KCX cash register system.


• Responsible for accurate cash handling.


• Responsible for handling customer returns.

OTHER DUTIES

• Housekeeping duties


• Other duties as assigned

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent customer service skills required


• Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds


• Long periods of standing


• Frequent bending and twisting

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS

• Retail store environment


• Cold and warm conditions


• Irregular work schedule

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS

Computer Calculator Cash register-scanner

Telephone Fax Copy machine

Computer Software and network

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. The company recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable him/her to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Experience

Preferred

Previous retail experience related to Sporting Goods including firearms is preferred but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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