Sales Associate (Part-Time) - Sporting Goods/Firearms Sales - Aberdeen, SD

Runnings; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Runnings is seeking a Retail Sales Associate in Aberdeen, SD. The role focuses on delivering exceptional customer service in a fast-paced sporting goods store, including greeting customers, answering product questions, processing sales, and maintaining store appearance.

Qualified candidates will have knowledge of firearms and be able to complete FFL procedures where required. The position offers hourly pay with potential experience-based advancement and a schedule that may include weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of firearms and ability to complete all required FFL procedures is strongly preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist with service questions.
• Price merchandise and adjust prices as directed by management.
• Stock and face merchandise on shelves as requested.
• Assist in receiving freight and organize new products.
• Support cycle counts and cash handling.
• Answer phone calls and direct inquiries appropriately.
• Process customer transactions using the KCX cash register system.
• Handle returns and ensure accuracy of transactions.

Skills

Customer service

Lifting 50 lbs

Standing long

Bending & twisting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

KCX cash register

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on November 9, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location Aberdeen #14
1815 6th Ave SE
Aberdeen, SD 57401, USA

• Retail Sales
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SALES007310

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.

The Sporting Goods Sales Associate should have knowledge of firearms and be able to accurately complete all required FFL procedures for sales of firearms. Must be at least 21 years old.

Pay Range: $15.00-$18.00 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
• Any knowledge of and/or experience with FFL requirements for the sale of firearms is strongly 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. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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