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Seasonal Retail Sales Associate

Chicago, IL

$37.4k-$39.5k / year

part-timeretail

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💼 About This Role

You'll join Backcountry's retail team as a Seasonal Retail Gearhead, connecting customers with premium outdoor gear and apparel. Your core impact is providing exceptional customer service, generating sales, and maintaining a clean, organized store environment. This role offers a chance to work with a passionate team during the holiday season.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Greet and assist customers with purchases
  • Provide product information and recommendations
  • Process sales transactions accurately
  • Maintain store cleanliness and restock merchandise

📋 Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings
  • Passion for outdoor activities and knowledge of gear

✨ Nice to Have

  • Previous retail sales experience
  • Specialized knowledge in skiing, snowboarding, biking, climbing, or fly fishing
  • Some college coursework

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 🕐 Part-time seasonal schedule from November to February
  • 🎄 Work during winter holidays (must work two of three major holidays)

🚩 Heads Up

  • Physical requirements include standing up to 5 hours and lifting up to 50 lbs, which may be demanding for some
  • Workweeks expected between 46 and 48 hours, exceeding typical part-time hours
  • Must work two of three major winter holidays with limited flexibility
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