Retail Sales Associate - Sporting Goods/Gun Counter Lead

To tell the story of North 40 Outfitters is to tell a success story of the people of the Northwest. We do what we love, and love what we do because we’re passionate. We’re dedicated. We give it all we’ve got and then we get up in the morning and do it all over again. We’re farmers and ranchers. We’re barrel racers and river chasers. We’re honest. We’re helpful. And our families, our friends, and our communities are everything. This is us. This is who we are. It’s what we do every day.

Our Values:

Embrace Authenticity

Encourage Transparency

Promote Learning

Build Trust

Earn Respect

Deliver Value

Serve Our Customers

North 40 Outfitters in Mead, WA is looking to hire a Full-Time Sporting Goods/Gun Counter Lead to join our team.

We believe that each team member plays a vital role in the success of our company.

We are looking for authentic and enthusiastic people who love our lifestyle and believe in service before self.

As a Sporting Goods/Gun Counter Lead at North 40, you play a key role in the overall customer experience by providing outstanding customer service, generating sales and suggesting products, stocking and merchandising, maintaining a clean and organized department, leading and developing a successful team and safeguarding company assets.

This full-time position requires the ability to work all scheduled shifts between the business hours of Mon-Sat 7 am to 7 pm, and Sunday 9 am to 5 pm. This shift can include working weekends and certain holidays and will require flexibility in scheduling based on business needs.

Willingness to share credit, work with others in a team environment, and define success collectively rather than individually

Ability to take initiative, embrace change, and learn new things

Drive to be dependable, and to perform well against the expectations of the role

Ability to work independently or in a group setting

Committed to supplying our North 40 guests with phenomenal customer service

Good communication skills and the ability to effectively engage with individuals on a regular basis

Ability to multitask and prioritize

Ability to work in a fast paced environment while remaining detailed and focused

Be a resource on all products related to sporting goods, including fishing, hunting and camping items

Must be 21+ years of age to work around firearms

Knowledge of 4473 forms preferred

Responsible for checking and maintaining accuracy of paperwork

Experience and knowledge of firearms, shooting, scopes, ammo, reloading, and accessories required

Previous retail leadership experience preferred

Previous merchandising experience is helpful

Ability to educate and assist customers on the brands that North 40 sells

Ability to work well with others, and lead and motivate a team

Sales experience, merchandising, and computer skills a plus

Committed to providing feedback, developing others, and making decisions under ambiguity

A willingness to lead by example

Understanding of correct lifting and loading techniques.

Physical ability to lift and carry 0-15 lbs. continuously, 15-30 lbs. frequently, and 30-55 lbs. occasionally, and team lift anything over 55 lbs.

Spending 100% of work time on your feet, including use of ladders, rolling staircases and pallet jacks.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

We offer a competitive wage ranging $17.50-$19.50 per hour, a rewarding work environment, and generous benefits and perks such as paid holidays, a 401(k) option, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and a phenomenal employee discount on all products North 40 sells.

North 40 Outfitters is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.