Retail Gearhead/ Sales Associate ( Part Time)

At Backcountry, our mission is to connect people to their passions. Our four online stores—Backcountry, Competitive Cyclist, MotoSport and, SteepandCheap—aim to supply our customers with the gear, knowledge, and inspiration necessary to get out there and chase down life’s greatest moments. We do this by providing the biggest and best assortment of premium outdoor products, superior shopping experience, personalized Gearhead expertise, lightning-fast and accurate fulfillment, and inspirational, informative, and community-centered content.   We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Gearhead (Sales Associate) to join our retail team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, generating sales, and helping customers find the right outdoor gear and apparel for their needs. The ideal candidate should have a passion for outdoor activities and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  This position will report into the Store Manager What you get to do every day:

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

What you bring to the role:

High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework preferred

Previous retail sales experience preferred

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

Our mission is to connect people to their passions. Our four online stores—Backcountry, Competitive Cyclist, MotoSport, and SteepandCheap—aim to supply our customers with the gear, knowledge, and inspiration necessary to get out there and chase down life’s greatest moments. We do this by providing the biggest and best assortment of premium outdoor products, superior shopping experience, personalized Gearhead expertise, lightning-fast and accurate fulfillment, and inspirational, informative, and community-centered content. We take this concept seriously, both personally and professionally, which for employees translates to careers with growth potential and the ability to take ownership and make an impact daily. Perks such as an excellent gear discount, an annual summer Adventure Contest, summer barbecues, and a pet-friendly office make for a fun work environment. Backcountry employees will have the benefit of working with colleagues who are passionate about their careers as well as the outdoors.