Used Firearms Team Lead - Full Time

Bass Pro Shops•Victor, NY

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Team Lead operates a business within a business, responsible for the daily operations of the used firearms business. This includes buying, selling, and customer service related to firearms. The position involves initiating all 4473 forms, conducting final checks of company, state, and federal forms before firearm transfers, and fostering a customer-satisfaction selling culture to achieve monthly sales goals and maximize profit through pre-owned firearms. The role requires evaluating and appraising used firearms, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with all firearms regulations.

Requirements

Must possess a valid New York State Pistol Permit at the time of application.
Must be 21 years of age.
Safely handle firearms.
Knowledge of purchasing firearms by either working in the firearms industry or collecting firearms.
Good understanding of retail and a knowledge of computers.
Background in current firearms models.
Able to appraise and know the marketable value of used firearms.
Must have a great work ethic and ability to multi-task.
Local travel to purchase used firearms out of store.
Constantly stand and/or walk during shift.
Constantly communicate with others to exchange information.
Constantly repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Constantly assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
Light work that includes constantly lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds, occasionally move and lift objects up to 100 pounds or more (utilizing a team lift as needed).
Occasionally ascend or descend ladders, stairs, step stools, etc.
Occasionally operate machinery and/or power tools.
Occasionally work in noisy environments.
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.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or equivalent experience
2-4 years experience

Responsibilities

Operates the daily operations of the used firearms business, including buying, selling, and customer service.
Initiates all 4473 forms with customers and conducts final checks of applicable company, state, and federal forms prior to firearm transfer.
Evaluates and appraises used firearms, exhibiting knowledge of fair market values, professional negotiation skills, research, and firearms identification.
Manages used firearm inventory to obtain the highest percentage margin based on negotiated acquisition.
Maintains inventory through daily buying and cultivating leads for potential gun collections outside the store, and awareness of local auctions and estate sales.
Complies with all Local, State, and Federal firearms regulations as an employee of an ATF FFL licensed dealer.
Conducts monthly ATF compliance audits and company required audits.
Merchandises used firearms and proactively arranges merchandise.
Partners with Internet Specialist to recommend firearms for online posting that will achieve the highest potential margin and sell quickly.
Interacts and communicates with Regional Gun Library Managers and the corporate used firearm merchandising team.
Trains and educates Outfitters on acquiring and disposing of used firearms, current sales trends, policy and procedure updates, negotiation skills, and identifying used firearm values.
Participates in ongoing training including firearms and shooting product information, diverse shooting discipline awareness, systems training, compliance related training, and selling skills/techniques.
Provides high-quality customer service on the sales floor and assists with customer phone calls, developing relationships, answering questions about firearms, quoting prices, and handling customer issues.
Performs other duties as assigned.