Job Overview
As a Sporting Goods Associate, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring that our store is well-stocked and organized. You will assist customers in finding the right products for their sporting needs, provide knowledgeable advice, and contribute to a positive shopping experience. Your passion for sports and retail will help drive sales and foster customer loyalty.

Duties

• Greet customers warmly and assist them in locating products within the store.
• Provide knowledgeable recommendations on sporting goods based on customer inquiries.
• Operate the cash register efficiently, handling transactions accurately.
• Maintain an organized sales floor by restocking shelves and ensuring merchandise is displayed attractively.
• Engage in upselling techniques to enhance customer purchases and increase overall sales.
• Answer phone calls with professionalism, providing assistance or directing inquiries as needed.
• Collaborate with team members to meet sales goals and maintain a high standard of customer service.
• Keep track of inventory levels and assist in stock management to ensure product availability.
• Work with our team to deliver custom uniforms and equipment to our customers.

Skills

• Strong sales skills with a focus on customer engagement and relationship building.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with customers and team members.
• Proficient in cash register operations and handling financial transactions accurately.
• Knowledge of phone etiquette to manage customer inquiries professionally.
• Exceptional customer service skills to address customer needs promptly and effectively.
• Basic math skills for handling transactions and managing inventory counts.
• Experience in retail sales, particularly within the sporting goods industry, is preferred but not required.
• Ability to stock shelves efficiently and maintain an organized store environment.

Join our team as a Sporting Goods Associate where your enthusiasm for sports can shine while providing top-notch service to our valued customers!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Shift:

• Day shift

Ability to Commute:

• Avon, CT 06001 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Avon, CT 06001: Relocate before starting work (Required)