Retail Team Lead - Sales

About Us

Northern Tool + Equipment is a family business with roots stretching back three generations to Minnesota's Iron Range, where our blue-collar work ethic and commitment to serving the people who do the tough jobs was born. Our mission is to be the best in the world at serving the professional tradespeople and those who want to work like them. With over 130 retail stores across 24 states, top national brands and global manufacturing operations designed to create our own specialized tools and equipment, we are busting our knuckles to deliver the products, prices and advice our customers need to succeed. We're looking for people who share our blue-collar work ethic. If you're the kind of person who likes to put your nose to the grindstone to help your customers and company succeed, we'd love to talk to you about becoming a member of our team. Northern Tool + Equipment is proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Top Midsize Employer in 2023.

Role Specific Details

Schedule Requirements: Open Availability

Key Responsibilities

• Provide courteous, professional service to best serve the needs of our customers.
• Lead customer engagement and sales efforts while actively performing the role of a sales representative.
• Maintain a neat and orderly store environment including the execution of merchandising, planograms, product displays and stocking shelves.
• Lead by example, taking on additional responsibilities as needed.
• Support store leadership by serving as Floor Leader (an average of 25% of time) and opening and closing the store.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of retail experience.
• Ability to lead, guide and mentor store employees.
• Flexible availability and willingness to work some weekends and holidays as needed.
• A love of tools & equipment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to lift 70 Lbs.
• Service focused mindset.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Earn $16.00 - $22.50 hourly, with your exact compensation personalized based on your skills, experience, and location.
• Flexible Work Schedule: Achieve the work-life balance you deserve with our flexible scheduling, this is a full-time position.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employees working 30+ hours per week enjoy a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan with an enhanced company match.
• Generous Employee Discount: Enjoy a significant discount on the quality tools and equipment we offer.
• Get Paid on Your Terms: With our Daily Pay option, you don't have to wait for payday—access your earnings whenever you need them.
• Holidays and Time Off: Our stores are closed on Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, with reduced hours on five other federal holidays. Employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for paid holidays and paid time off.
• Incentives: Be rewarded for eligible incentive programs.