Part-Time Firearm Sales Associate

Scheels All Sports • Tulsa, OK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Scheels is seeking a Part-Time Firearm Sales Associate who will be responsible for ensuring accurate and thorough completion of all firearm sales paperwork, including form 4473, licensing, and background checks. The associate will also be expected to demonstrate proper firearm safety and handling, evaluate firearms for resale, and exercise good judgment when interacting with customers. A well-rounded knowledge of the firearm industry, including ammunition, reloading, and optics, is essential. The role requires adherence to all company policies and procedures, the legal ability to own a firearm, and the capacity to identify and prevent straw purchases. The associate will greet customers, grow personal sales by meeting goals, promote the Scheels Visa Rewards card, and engage customers to assist in their buying decisions. Demonstrating a passion for products, attending training and meetings, and maintaining a professional appearance are also key aspects of the role. Additional duties include assisting with freight/stocking, performing basic math, reading and writing correspondence, and effectively presenting information to customers and employees. Strong communication, organization, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills are necessary.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 1-3 months of sales experience
• Must be able to legally own a firearm
• Ability to stop a straw purchase
• Ability to perform basic math; compute rate, ratio and percent; draw and interpret bar graphs
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in a one-on-one and small group situation to customers and other employees
• Demonstrates strong communication, organization, attention to detail and problem solving skills
• Strong oral/written communication and reading skills to communicate effectively and in a timely manner with all levels of the organization

Nice To Haves

• Well-rounded knowledge of all facets of the firearm industry including ammunition, reloading, and optics

Responsibilities

• Ensure all paperwork for firearm sales including but not limited to form 4473, licensing, and background checks are completed accurately and thoroughly
• Consistently demonstrate proper firearm safety and handling
• Evaluate and appraise firearms for resale
• Ability to exercise good judgment when interacting with customers when shopping for firearms
• Have a well-rounded knowledge of all facets of the firearm industry including ammunition, reloading, and optics
• Follows all Company policies and procedures
• Must be able to legally own a firearm
• Ability to stop a straw purchase
• Greet all customers on the sales floor with courtesy and a smile
• Grow personal sales by hitting minimum goals and following Scheels professional salesmanship standards to provide an above and beyond customer experience
• Promote the Scheels Visa Rewards card and be able to clearly explain all benefits
• Engage in conversation with customers and assist them in making buying decisions
• Demonstrate a passion for products in our store
• Attend all Scheels product training and all store meetings
• Maintain a professional appearance on the sales floor
• Assist in all other assigned duties
• Ability to perform basic math; compute rate, ratio and percent; draw and interpret bar graphs
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in a one-on-one and small group situation to customers and other employees
• Demonstrates strong communication, organization, attention to detail and problem solving skills
• Strong oral/written communication and reading skills to communicate effectively and in a timely manner with all levels of the organization
• Must be willing to help with freight/stocking when needed
• Ability to demonstrate product usage within their shop and retrieve product from heights of greater than 6 ft.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with Roth options
• Associate discounts
• Full health coverage—including medical, HSA, dental, and vision
• Accident and hospital indemnity insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Maternity leave
• Bereavement leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED