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Organizes and maintains Merchandise within the retail Store for Sales at Gun Counter non-Firearms. * Replenishes product on shelves as required per merchandising guidelines. * Remains product "expert ...

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Firearms Sales Outfitter

Lone Tree, CO · On-site

$17 - $19.75/hr

Organizes and maintains Merchandise within the retail Store for Sales at Gun Counter Responsibility. * Replenishes product on shelves as required per merchandising guidelines. * Remains product ...

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What is a gun counter associate?

Gun Counter Associates are retail employees who specialize in assisting customers with firearm purchases and related products. They provide information about different types of firearms, ammunition, and accessories, ensuring customers meet all legal requirements for purchasing firearms. Gun Counter Associates also handle background checks, maintain inventory, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Excellent customer service, attention to detail, and knowledge of firearms are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a gun counter associate?

To thrive as a Gun Counter Associate, you need thorough knowledge of firearms, ammunition, and federal, state, and local firearm regulations, often supported by retail experience and, in some states, a firearms dealer license. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, background check processes (such as NICS), and inventory management tools is typically required. Excellent customer service, attention to detail, and strong communication skills are vital for building trust and ensuring compliance. These skills and qualifications are crucial to providing safe, informed sales and maintaining legal and ethical standards in a regulated environment.

What are some common challenges gun counter associates face when assisting customers?

Gun Counter Associates often face the challenge of balancing excellent customer service with strict legal and safety compliance requirements. They must accurately verify customer eligibility, complete thorough background checks, and ensure all sales follow federal, state, and store regulations. Additionally, associates need to stay updated on a wide variety of firearms and accessories to provide knowledgeable recommendations, which requires ongoing learning. Handling sensitive situations, such as denying sales or addressing customer concerns about firearm safety, is also a regular part of the job.

Optics Sales Associate - Part Time

Denver, CO • On-site

Cabela's
Retail • 10K+ employees

$20 - $22.75/hr

Other

Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 hours ago

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Cabela's rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

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Job description

Sales Outfitter

The Sales Outfitter provides counter sales and customer service for Hunting/Archery Merchandise non-Firearms. This position provides customer service and sales of Floor Hunting/Archery Merchandise. They perform various selling/customer service activities, to include greeting and acknowledging all customers in a prompt and friendly manner, handling merchandise with care, providing information, assistance and direction to customers.

Essential Functions
  • Supports a strong commitment to world class customer service and ensures a pleasant and productive shopping experience for all customers. Providing a legendary experience for every customer, every time by assisting customers in making buying decisions by:
    • Identifying and evaluating customers' needs,
    • Making product recommendations based off of this analysis,
    • Promoting programs including, but not limited to CLUB membership, VOC and IN Store Pick up.
  • Obtains the ability to demonstrate product to customers.
  • Organizes and maintains Merchandise within the retail Store for Sales at Gun Counter non-Firearms.
  • Replenishes product on shelves as required per merchandising guidelines.
  • Remains product "expert" through ongoing product knowledge training.
  • Remains knowledgeable of advertised sales; maintain pricing and signing.
  • Assists with Seasonal Floor merchandise moves.
  • Keeps work area clean, neat and well stocked with supplies.
  • Follows all company policies and procedures.
  • All Other Duties As Assigned
Experience/Qualifications
  • Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Experience: 0-2 years of experience in Retail
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability
  • Customer Service and Sales of Hunting/Archery Merchandise (NON-Firearms)
  • GCA
  • Ability to Merchandise and Stock Merchandise
Travel Requirements
  • N/A
Physical Requirements
  • Constantly stand and/or walk during shift
  • Occasionally ascend or descend ladders, stairs, ramps, etc.
  • Constantly communicate with others to exchange information
  • Occasionally repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
  • Occasionally operate machinery and/or power tools
  • Occasionally operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment
  • Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds constantly, may occasionally move and lift objects up to 100 pounds or more (utilizing a team lift as needed)
  • Occasionally work in tight and confined spaces
  • Occasionally work in noisy environments
Independent Judgement
  • Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.

Starting Pay Rate: $20.00 - $22.75

Part Time Benefits Summary: Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Voluntary benefits
  • 401k Retirement Savings
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid vacation
  • Bass Pro Cares Fund
  • And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.

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Welcome to North America's premier outdoor and conservative company. As an avid young angler, Johnny Morris founded Bass Pro Shops in 1972 on 8 square feet of space in the back of his father's liquor store in Springfield, Missouri. Today, he has earned a reputation as, "the Walt Disney of the Outdoors" as a noted conservationist on a mission to connect everyone with nature. Every day, our extended family of passionate Outfitters provide our customers with genuinely friendly expert service and quality craftsmanship. They are the heart and soul of everything we do.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Springfield, MO, US