Retail Manager - Firearms Department

About the role

The Retail Manager is accountable for growing the business and people within one or more specialized merchandise departments, including the firearms department, inside a Bass Pro Shops or Cabela's retail location. The manager leads customer service and operations by engaging Outfitters daily in merchandise presentation, inventory control, pricing, sales enhancements, staff selection and development.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure a pleasant and productive shopping experience for all customers and meet or exceed all financial plans.
• Execute sales event plans and act as Manager on Duty, opening and closing the store.
• Maintain planograms and all cleanliness and safety standards.
• Staff the department with service-oriented Outfitters: participate in interviews and selection, coordinate training, review and evaluate performance, prepare weekly schedules, coach and motivate the team.
• Resolve customer and Outfitter issues and carry out management functions in line with company policies and applicable laws.

Required profile

• Minimum of 3-5 years in retail management with responsibility for sales and merchandising.
• Valid Possession and Acquisition License (P.A.L.).
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships.

Required skills

• Ability to calculate figures such as discounts and percentages.
• Ability to read and analyze reports and data, and to write reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to present information, conduct meetings and presentations, and to understand financial, compliance, workplace safety and technical information.
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, office technology and software used in retail.

What we offer

• Discounts on retail merchandise, restaurants, resorts and conservation attractions.
• Competitive wages and excellent benefits.
• Unlimited career advancement opportunities and the Bass Pro Cares Fund.