Sales Associate Firearms, Part-Time

Bass Pro Shops • East Hartford, CT

13d • $18 - $21

About The Position

The Sales Outfitter - Firearms maintains counter sales and customer service for firearms, as well as floor and counter sales of other hunting merchandise. The role involves greeting and assisting customers, handling merchandise carefully, and providing product information, assistance, and direction. The associate supports a productive shopping experience, helps customers make purchasing decisions, maintains firearm sales documentation, and keeps merchandise and the work area organized and stocked.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, applicants to be at least 21 years old, and 0–2 years of retail experience. The associate should have knowledge of firearms and ammunition, applicable ATF federal and state regulations, firearms and ammunition sales and customer service, and GCA. The role requires frequent standing and walking and may involve lifting objects up to 20 pounds constantly and occasionally lifting up to 100 pounds or more with team assistance.

Starting pay is $18.00–$20.75. Part-time benefits include retail, restaurant, resort, and conservation attraction discounts; dental and vision coverage; voluntary benefits; a 401(k) retirement savings plan; paid holidays; paid vacation; and the Bass Pro Cares Fund. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0–2 years of retail experience.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Knowledge of firearms and ammunition products.
• Knowledge of ATF federal and state regulations.
• Knowledge of firearms and ammunition customer service and sales.
• Knowledge of GCA.
• Ability to merchandise and stock merchandise.
• Ability to stand and/or walk constantly during the shift.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 20 pounds constantly and occasionally up to 100 pounds or more using a team lift as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, prompt customer service and support a pleasant, productive shopping experience.
• Assist customers with purchasing decisions by identifying and evaluating their needs and making product recommendations.
• Promote programs including CLUB membership, VOC, and in-store pickup.
• Ensure Form 4473 paperwork is completed thoroughly and accurately.
• Demonstrate products to customers.
• Organize and maintain merchandise at the gun counter and in the retail store.
• Replenish shelves according to merchandising guidelines.
• Maintain product expertise through ongoing product knowledge training.
• Stay informed about advertised sales and maintain pricing and signage.
• Assist with seasonal floor merchandise moves.
• Keep the work area clean, neat, and stocked with supplies.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Discounts on retail merchandise, restaurants, resorts, and conservation attractions.
• Dental benefits.
• Vision benefits.
• Voluntary benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid vacation.
• Bass Pro Cares Fund.

What This Job Offers

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