Seasonal Store Associate — Help Customers Gear Up

Academy Sports + Outdoors; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking Store Team Members to be the heart of the customer experience. You will greet customers, help them find gear for their next adventure, and keep the store looking sharp and ready.

In this role you may support sales, cashier, merchandising, and receiving, helping customers quickly during peak season. You will learn store operations and use product knowledge to guide shoppers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous related work experience preferred.
• Ability to learn and adapt to a wide range of processes and procedures.
• Engaging customer service skills supported by effective listening and speaking.
• Basic math skills and the ability to understand instructions through reading and writing.
• Proficiency using a handheld or desktop computer, point-of-sale equipment, and a telephone.
• Ability to learn and recall Academy products and services, understand customer needs, and provide assistance.
• A team-first attitude; while your core duties are your priority, you're happy to step in wherever you're needed.

Responsibilities

• In this role, you will help customers enjoy more sports and outdoor activities by making their store visits during their busiest season easier, friendlier, and more productive.
• You may support customers in sales, cashier, merchandising, and receiving work, giving you a broad view of how the store operates.
• Your efforts influence service, sales, store readiness, and the overall customer experience.
• You move where the store and its customers need support most, whether that means helping someone find the right product, completing checkout transactions, preparing merchandise for the sales floor, or keeping pricing and signage accurate.
• Throughout each shift, the work requires attention to detail, product knowledge, and a willingness to learn new processes.

Skills

Customer Relations

Cashier

Retail

Operations

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking Store Team Members to be the heart of the customer experience. You will greet customers, help them find gear for their next adventure, and keep the store looking sharp and ready.

In this role you may support sales, cashier, merchandising, and receiving, helping customers quickly during peak season. You will learn store operations and use product knowledge to guide shoppers.