Youth Footwear Manager - Full Time

Ultipro; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) with Roth options

Associate discounts

Full health coverage (medical, HSA, +d

Dental and vision

Paid time off and holiday pay

Job summary

Scheels is seeking a motivated retail associate in Lincoln, NE. You will deliver a personalized WOW customer experience, guide customers through product selection, and promote Scheels Visa while maintaining strong product knowledge.

Join a team with ESOP ownership culture, competitive pay with commissions, and extensive training. Typical schedule includes varied shifts, with health coverage and employee discounts. Be part of a company that values ownership and community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 months related experience or training.
• Ability to perform basic math and currency calculations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service by engaging with customers and guiding them through the sale.
• Maintain expert-level product knowledge and train others.
• Meet or exceed personal sales goals while delivering a high‑quality customer experience.
• Manage inventory using internal Flash Reports and keep backstock organized.
• Ensure accurate price tagging, signage, and merchandise displays.

Skills

Customer service

Sales skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Lincoln Scheels
3030 Pine Lake Rd
Lincoln, NE 68516, USA

Description

Scheels Company Goals:

We strive to be the best retailer in the USA in the eyes and minds of our customers, associates, and business partners.

What We Commit To – Our Employee Ownership Values

As an employee-owner, you’re expected to actively contribute to a culture that thrives on:

• Delivering a Personalized WOW Customer Experience
• Every customer interaction is an opportunity to exceed expectations
• We focus on making every visit memorable, personalized, and impactful
• Having a Team-First, Winning Mentality
• We succeed together by supporting one another and celebrating team wins
• Collaboration and unity drive our performance and customer experience
• Learning and Adapting to Constant Change
• We embrace growth, innovation, and feedback
• Change is not a barrier–it’s a catalyst for improvement and excellence
• Taking Pride in Our Work and Thinking Like Owners
• Every task matters, and we take full responsibility for the results
• Ownership means accountability, care, and drive to go above and beyond
• Expecting Honesty and Integrity in All That We Do
• Trust is the foundation of our relationships–with customers and with each other
• We act with transparency, fairness, and respect at all times

Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional customer service by seeking out and engaging with customers, going through the steps of the sale to determine their needs, recommending appropriate products, and promoting the Scheels Visa Credit Card
• Maintain expert-level knowledge in all selling areas, as well as lead product knowledge training for other associates
• Consistently meet or exceed personal sales goals while delivering a high-quality customer experience
• Manage inventory by running and analyzing Internal Flash Reports
• Effectively maintain an organized backstock while ensuring merchandise is properly displayed and replenished on the sales floor
• Ensures their product is accurately displayed to customers through price tagging, sales stickers, and signage
• Maintain a professional appearance, positive attitude, and team-oriented atmosphere
• Communicate professionally with other associates within the store, the Scheels Campus, and Vendors/Sales Representatives
• Ensures their work area is clean, organized, and meets safety standards
• Ability to perform basic math; perform operations using units of currency, measurements, and understand percentages
• Ability to work assigned schedule; may include varied hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Including product knowledge meetings

What You'll Do:

• Be the Expert:Share your knowledge of SCHEELS products to guide customers in finding the perfect items for their needs.
• Manage Your Section:Curate your department with top-quality products and execute displays that entice customers to stop and look!
• Lead and Inspire:Train, mentor and work alongside your team to ensure everyone delivers exceptional service and shares your passion for our products.
• Customer Experience:Build relationships with customers, helping them find the gear and giving the expertise they need.

What you Need to Succeed:

• A competitive spirit and a drive to learn SCHEELS business.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with customers.
• Ability to work with your team, contribute to a positive environment and embrace each day being different that the last.

Compensation & Schedule:

• Pay: $49,000-55,000+/year (includes commissions on the items you help customers select, which means there is opportunity to earn more by exceeding sales goals)
• Average Hours:41 hours/week. A typical schedule includes two opening shifts (9 AM - 5 PM), two closing shifts (12 PM - 9 PM), a consistent weekday off and alternating weekends.
• Training:New product training monthly on some Tuesday or Wednesday evenings from 5:00-6:30 PM to stay on top of the latest gear and trends. Individualized business training with your mentor each week to learn SCHEELS systems and run your shop at the highest level.

Education & Experience:

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED), 1-3 months of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements/Lifting Requirements:

Must be able to sit, stand, bend at the waist, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, walk, push/pull, lift, talk, and hear with or without reasonable accommodation.

Heavy work – Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Scheels cares about the health and safety of our Associates. Associates are expected to follow all safety procedures and perform their job duties in a fashion that minimizes the risk of injury.

At SCHEELS, we offer a full range of benefits, including an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k) with Roth options, associate discounts, and full health coverage—including medical, HSA, dental, and vision. We also offer accident and hospital indemnity insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and time to recharge through paid time off, holiday pay, maternity leave, and bereavement leave. (Note: Additional leave benefits may apply based on your state of employment.)

Learn more about what it means to be an owner at SCHEELS on our Careers Page .

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Scheels is an equal employment opportunity employer providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Scheels will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals when appropriate.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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