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Backcountry · 1 day ago

Retail Gearhead / Sales Associate (Part Time)

Washington, DC

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$17.50/hr - $18/hr

Backcountry is committed to connecting people to their passions through top-notch outdoor gear and exceptional service. The Retail Gearhead (Sales Associate) will provide outstanding customer service, assist with purchases, and help customers find the right outdoor gear and apparel.

E-CommerceOutdoorsRetailSporting GoodsSports

Responsibilities

Greet and assist customers with their purchases

Provide product information, advice, and recommendations to customers

Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently

Maintain a clean and organized store environment

Manage inventory levels and restock merchandise

Participate in company-wide promotions and marketing campaigns

Collaborate with the marketing and buying teams to ensure product offerings align with customer needs

Continuously strive to improve customer satisfaction and exceed sales targets

Develop and maintain knowledge of products, industry trends, and competitors

Specialized knowledge in skiing, snowboarding, biking, climbing, fly fishing, or other outdoor sport preferred

Outdoor industry and retail experience, nice to have

Perform other duties as assigned by the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager

Qualification

Customer serviceSales experienceOutdoor knowledgeBasic computer skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

High school diploma or equivalent required

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and point-of-sale systems

Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings

Passion for outdoor activities and knowledge of outdoor gear and apparel

Preferred

Some college coursework preferred

Previous retail sales experience preferred

Specialized knowledge in skiing, snowboarding, biking, climbing, fly fishing, or other outdoor sport preferred

Outdoor industry and retail experience, nice to have

Company

Backcountry

Glassdoor3.0

Backcountry is an outdoor retail company that provides products and services for a wide range of recreational activities. It is a sub-organization of Qurate Retail.

Founded in 1996