Retail Sales Associate - House of Fly Manager

Company Description To tell the story of North 40 Outfitters is to tell a success story of the people of the Northwest.
We do what we love, and love what we do because we’re passionate.
We’re dedicated.
We give it all we’ve got and then we get up in the morning and do it all over again.
We’re farmers and ranchers.
We’re barrel racers and river chasers.
We’re honest.
We’re helpful.
And our families, our friends, and our communities are everything.
This is us.
This is who we are.
It’s what we do every day.
Our Values: Embrace Authenticity Encourage Transparency Promote Learning Build Trust Earn Respect Deliver Value Serve Our Customers Job Description North 40 Outfitters in Great Falls, MT, West Location, is looking to hire a Full-Time Salaried Fly Shop Manager to join our team.
We believe that each team member plays a vital role in the success of our company.
We are looking for authentic and enthusiastic people who love our lifestyle and believe in service before self.
As a House of Fly Manager at North 40, you will be responsible for the customer experience and will ensure we exceed expectations.
In order to succeed in the position, you will need to be an enthusiastic person who can optimistically handle a challenging and fast-paced environment.
You should have experience and a passion for generating sales, safeguarding company assets, leading and developing a team and maintaining store standards.
Understanding and adapting to local culture is also crucial to your success.
This full-time position requires the ability to work all scheduled shifts between the business hours of Mon-Sat 7 am to 7 pm, and Sunday 9 am to 5 pm.
As this is a managerial position it is not uncommon to work 50+ hours a week, part of which may include outside networking.
This shift can include working weekends and certain holidays and will require flexibility in scheduling based on business needs.
Qualifications Willingness to share credit, work with others in a team environment, and define success collectively rather than individually Ability to take initiative, embrace change, and learn new things Drive to be dependable, and to perform well against the expectations of the role Ability to work independently or in a group setting Committed to supplying our North 40 guests with phenomenal customer service Good communication skills and the ability to effectively engage with individuals on a regular basis Ability to multitask and prioritize Ability to work in a fast paced environment while remaining detailed and focused Familiarity and knowledge of the fly fishing industry and equipment Willingness to demonstrate various techniques and train others Knowledge of visual displays, timely management of inventory and taking pride in the look of a clean, sharply merchandised fly shop Build relationships and participate in the local fly fishing community Responsible for the purchasing and sales of fly inventory Support and participation in all house of fly marketing efforts inside and outside of the store Assisting in building a national fly fishing presence which may require travel Ability to work well with others, and lead and motivate a team Sales experience, merchandising, and computer skills a plus Committed to providing feedback, developing others, and making decisions under ambiguity A willingness to lead by example Resolving team issues in a timely and professional manner Ability to delegate and assign tasks appropriately Skilled in leadership, sales generation, strategic planning, business acumen, time management and general retail software proficiency Responsible for managing staffing needs in the fly shop Willingness to relocate if needed Understanding of correct lifting and loading techniques.
Physical ability to lift and carry 0-25 lbs.
continuously, 25-45 lbs.
frequently, and 45-65 lbs.
occasionally, and team lift anything over 65 lbs.
Spending 100% of work time on your feet, including use of ladders, rolling staircases and pallet jacks.
Additional Information BENEFITS & COMPENSATION We offer a competitive wage, a rewarding work environment, and generous benefits and perks such as paid holidays, a 401(k) option, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and a phenomenal employee discount on all products North 40 sells.
North 40 Outfitters is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.