Seasonal Retail Gearhead / Sales Associate (Part Time)

CSC Generation

Washington DC Backcountry Retail Store +2 more

On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Retail professionals with outdoor activity passion and sales experience will find this part-time role in Washington DC aligns with their skills and interests.

Best fit for

Candidates with retail sales experience and a deep understanding of outdoor sports will thrive in this role.
— “Previous retail sales experience preferred”
Individuals who enjoy fast-paced environments and are eager to engage with customers will be well-suited for this position.
— “Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment”
Those with physical stamina and a willingness to handle merchandise will have an edge in this hands-on retail role.
— “Ability to lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs.”

Things to consider

The role requires flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings, which may impact work-life balance.
— “Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings”
Candidates must be prepared to work standing for extended periods and perform physical tasks.
— “Ability to remain standing for up to 5 hours at a time”

How to stand out

Emphasize specific outdoor gear knowledge in your resume, such as skiing or climbing, to align with the preferred expertise.
— “Specialized knowledge in skiing, snowboarding, biking, climbing, fly fishing, or other outdoor sport preferred”
Highlight inventory management and sales experience in your application to demonstrate readiness for retail duties.
— “Manage inventory levels and restock merchandise”
Showcase your ability to provide product recommendations and customer service in your interview responses.
— “Provide product information, advice, and recommendations to customers”
Include examples of how you have contributed to marketing campaigns or collaborated with teams in your past roles.
— “Collaborate with the marketing and buying teams to ensure product offerings align with customer needs”
Demonstrate your computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office and point-of-sale systems, during the interview.
— “Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and point-of-sale systems”

Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

Exceed sales targets
Maintain store cleanliness
Collaborate with marketing

Typical background

Retail salesCustomer service

Skills & requirements

Required

Customer ServiceSalesInventory ManagementPoint-of-sale Systems

Preferred

Retail ExperienceOutdoor Industry Knowledge

Stack & domain

Retail SalesCustomer ServiceProduct InformationSales TransactionsInventory ManagementMarketing CampaignsProduct OfferingsCustomer SatisfactionSales TargetsProduct KnowledgeIndustry TrendsCompetitorsMicrosoft OfficePoint-of-sale SystemsCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsAttention To DetailOrganizational SkillsTeamworkFast-paced EnvironmentFlexibilityPassion For Outdoor ActivitiesRetailSalesMarketing

About the role

Original posting from CSC Generation via Lever

At Backcountry, our mission is to connect people to their passions. Our five online stores—Backcountry, Level Nine Sports, Competitive Cyclist, MotoSport, and SteepandCheap—aim to supply our customers with the gear, knowledge, and inspiration necessary to get out there and chase down life’s greatest moments. We do this by providing the biggest and best assortment of premium outdoor products, a superior shopping experience, personalized Gearhead expertise, lightning-fast and accurate fulfillment, and inspirational, informative, and community-centered content.
The ideal candidate should have a passion for outdoor activities and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Gearhead (Sales Associate) to join our retail team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, generating sales, and helping customers find the right outdoor gear and apparel for their needs.
What you get to do every day::
Greet and assist customers with their purchases
Provide product information, advice, and recommendations to customers
Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently
Maintain a clean and organized store environment
Manage inventory levels and restock merchandise
Participate in company-wide promotions and marketing campaigns
Collaborate with the marketing and buying teams to ensure product offerings align with customer needs
Continuously strive to improve customer satisfaction and exceed sales targets
Develop and maintain knowledge of products, industry trends, and competitors
Specialized knowledge in skiing, snowboarding, biking, climbing, fly fishing, or other outdoor sport preferred
Outdoor industry and retail experience, nice to have
Perform other duties as assigned by the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager
What you bring to the role::
High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework preferred
Previous retail sales experience preferred
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and point-of-sale systems
Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings
Passion for outdoor activities and knowledge of outdoor gear and apparel
Physical Requirements::
Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with associates and customers
Ability to remain standing for up to 5 hours at a time
Ability to move about the store coaching and directing associates; selling to customers and retrieving merchandise from stockroom or sales floor
Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch to retrieve and replenish merchandise from stockroom or sales floor
Ability to lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs.
CSC Generation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any characteristic protected by law. If you need an accommodation during the application process, contact hrbenefits@cscshared.com.
Employment is contingent on a background check, including verification of prior employment dates.

Source: CSC Generation careers (Lever)