FT Sales- Hardlines Guns

Compensation for this position can range from $45,000–$50,000+/yr (includes commissions and incentives) depending on experience and skills.

About the role

SCHEELS is a leader in the sporting goods industry, driven to create the best experience in the USA for our customers. We boast the largest selection of sports brands in America—offering world-class brands, special attractions, and unmatched customer service. SCHEELS empowers our associates to become experts in exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers through extensive business and product training. Mentorship and professional development training are a focus throughout your entire career.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed personal sales goals while giving Scheels customers a great experience
• Be knowledgeable to answer questions concerning location, price, and use of merchandise
• Follow instructions for specific requests from customers while maintaining safety requirements
• Analyze reports and make decisions about purchasing of inventory, arrangement of merchandise, and sales trends to meet or exceed Scheels standards
• Stock shelves, tables, and counters with merchandise while merchandising to Scheels standards; set up advertising, signs, and merchandise to promote sales
• Communicate professionally with vendors and/or outside sales representatives
• Train associates on the proper use and basic knowledge of merchandise
• Prepare for and facilitate required product knowledge and sales meetings as directed
• Attend weekly required sales and product knowledge training meetings
• Be professional in appearance and attitude, contribute to a positive team atmosphere, and treat others with respect and consideration while following Scheels’ policies and procedures
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Perform basic math; perform operations using units of currency, measurements, and understanding percentages
• Effectively present information in one-on-one or small groups to customers, clients, and other employees
• Work assigned schedule; may include varied hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Promote the Scheels Visa Rewards card and be able to clearly explain all benefits

Requirements

• Genuinely and consistently treat co-workers, customers, and business partners with importance, including eye contact, a smile, and a genuine “Thank you”
• Approach daily tasks, projects, and follow-up communication with energy and a sense of urgency
• Cultivate a deep desire to become a knowledge expert in their role with the ability to apply knowledge and experience with great impact, or engage others while demonstrating knowledge and capacity
• Show respect and appreciation for others and Scheels
• Arrive to work and meetings 10 minutes early
• Genuine interest and action in helping others before yourself, regardless of recognition or reward
• Consistent eagerness to listen, learn, apply knowledge, and accept critical feedback
• Ability to adapt to a changing work environment
• Apply concepts of basic math, grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• Meet Scheels dress and grooming expectations in support of a professional, clean, and welcoming environment for customers, co-workers, and business partners
• Demonstrate pride and ownership of work while meeting expected deadlines

Qualifications

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

Physical 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

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

Benefits

To see a full list of benefit offerings from Scheels visit scheels.com/careers.