Sales Associate (Part-Time) - Sporting Goods - Pierre, SD

About the role

The Sales Associate assists customers throughout the retail store, providing excellent customer service. This role includes greeting customers, handling cashier responsibilities, answering product-related questions, product assembly, general housekeeping, and other duties as assigned by the manager. The Sporting Goods Sales Associate must have knowledge of firearms and be able to accurately complete all required FFL procedures for sales.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers as they shop in the retail store and assist with customer service questions.
• Price store merchandise and make price changes as requested by store management.
• Stock and face merchandise on shelves as directed by store management.
• Assist in receiving freight and organize incoming products.
• Participate in cycle counts.
• Answer incoming telephone calls and handle appropriately.
• Handle customer transactions using the KCX cash register system.
• Ensure accurate cash handling.
• Process customer returns.
• Perform housekeeping duties and other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Frequent bending and twisting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with FFL requirements for the sale of firearms is strongly preferred.

Working Environment

• Retail store environment.
• Exposure to cold and warm conditions.
• Irregular work schedule, including weekends.

Equipment and Tools

• Computer
• Calculator
• Cash register-scanner
• Telephone
• Fax
• Copy machine
• Computer software and network

Pay

$14.00–$15.50 per hour, depending on experience.