Retail Gearhead / Sales Associate ( Part Time) jobs in United States
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Backcountry · 5 days ago

Retail Gearhead / Sales Associate ( Part Time)

Backcountry is a company dedicated to connecting people to their passions through outdoor gear and expertise. They are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Sales Associate to provide exceptional customer service, assist customers in finding the right outdoor gear, and generate sales.

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

Qualification

Customer serviceRetail sales experienceOutdoor gearBasic computer skillsPassion for outdoor activitiesCommunication 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

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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.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$112M
2024-09-18Debt Financing· $112M
2024-09-09Acquired
2007-05-07Undisclosed

Leadership Team

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Melanie Cox
Chief Executive Officer and Board Member
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Judd Tirnauer
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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