Sales Associate
Midwest Shooting Center · Detroit, MI · 5 mo ago
Business Development$12–$14/hrFull-time
Your Role as a Sales Associate
As a Sales Associate, you are a vital part of the Midwest Shooting Center experience. This is more than a sales job, it’s a customer engagement and leadership opportunity. You'll be responsible for connecting with customers, understanding their needs, and providing tailored solutions that support our core services: memberships, training programs, and retail products.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Greet and assist customers on the retail floor and range with enthusiasm and professionalism.
- Perform all sales transactions and firearm-related processes in compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Conduct range check-ins/outs and act as a certified Range Safety Officer (RSO).
- Maintain store appearance: cleanliness, organization, and product presentation.
- Engage in regular training and uphold our safety, compliance, and service standards.
- Share knowledge with teammates and contribute to a respectful, high-performance work environment.
- Execute the MIDWEST Way and ensure every customer leaves satisfied.
Expectations
- Sales Performance: Meet or exceed weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales goals for memberships, training consults, and retail.
- Customer Service: Deliver service excellence and proactively address concerns or escalate as needed.
- Compliance & Safety: Maintain ATF, OSHA, and company policy compliance without exception. Always practice and promote firearm safety.
- Culture Stewardship: Demonstrate integrity, initiative, and respect. Be obsessed with maintaining a location that reflects pride and professionalism.
- Development: Participate in ongoing learning (minimum 5 hours per quarter) and read assigned developmental books. Be a self-starter in professional growth.
- Team Contribution: Engage in regular team meetings, training sessions, and forecasting efforts. Provide feedback and participate actively in the evolution of our business.
Key Competencies
- Strong communication skills, clear, persuasive, and professional.
- Customer-centric mindset with a passion for service and sales.
- High attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
- Critical thinking and adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Willingness to learn, grow, and take ownership of your role.
- Ability to collaborate and build strong internal and external relationships.
Must Have
- Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.
- Must be 18 years or older.
Why Join Midwest Shooting Center?
- Training & Development: Dedicated programs for skill-building and promotion pathways.
- Performance-Driven Culture: Results matter, your growth is our growth.
- Valuable Perks: Memberships, discounts, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k match, group and voluntary life insurance, and incentive programs.
- Leverage Leadership & Support: Regular coaching, mentoring, and access to experienced Servant Leaders.