Paddlesports Product Manager Contact (PMC)

Job Description

Job Description

Paddlesports Product Manager Contact (PMC) – Full-Time

Great Outdoor Provision Co. – Virginia Beach, VA Shop
Located at Hilltop East, 1556 Laskin Rd. Suite 146, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

About Us

Great Outdoor Provision Co. is a regionally owned, mission-driven outfitter with a passion for helping people enjoy the outdoors. We’ve been outfitting folks since 1972, and our Virginia Beach team is proud to serve a diverse community of adventurers, visitors, families, and outdoor enthusiasts. Our product spans outdoor sportswear, footwear, travel gear, hiking, backpacking, kayaking, canoeing, and fly fishing.

Our paddle sports customer heavily focuses on kayak fishing. We have folks who engage in other various aspects of the category, but that is the primary focus. We are the premier specialty paddle sports retailer in the region, drawing customers from all over Virginia and North Carolina.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking energetic, reliable, and outdoor-loving teammates to join our sales floor crew. You don’t need to be an expert in every activity. We’ll help you learn what you need to know, but you should enjoy helping people, working with a team, and staying active in a fast-paced environment. Candidates will need to be handy and able to learn how to maintain, repair, and perform installations on kayaks. This person should be familiar with paddling and being on the water in a way that can help guide and inform customers and fellow staff alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing a range of paddle sports related installations, repairs, maintenance, and builds including roof racks, small trailers, and new kayak assembly
• Acting as a liaison between manufacturers and customers to support warranty claims and special orders
• Management and organization of systems across multiple platforms
• Leading small teams of staff in processing and merchandising products and displays
• Support fitting, outfitting, and guiding customers toward the right gear for their needs
• Greet and assist customers with warmth, attentiveness, and product knowledge
• Operate the register, restock inventory, and keep the sales floor tidy and shoppable
• Lift, move, and organize boxes, shipments, and kayaks up to 150lbs
• Communicate clearly and proactively with teammates and managers
• Take initiative and contribute to a friendly, inclusive, and helpful shop culture
• Handling cash related to opening and closing register drawers

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Reliable – Shows up ready to work and follows through on commitments
• Self-Motivated – Stays busy, takes initiative, and seeks ways to be helpful
• Team-Oriented – Enjoys working alongside others in a collaborative environment
• Curious – Willing to ask questions, learn new things, and develop product knowledge
• Kind and Respectful – Treats customers and co-workers with care and professionalism
• Organized – Able to learn and utilize detailed systems of operation to manage inventory and sales
• Outdoor-Inspired – Values the natural world and supports our “We Help Others” mission
• Hands-On – Is capable of and enjoys using their hands and tools
• Problem Solver – Motivated to solve problems as they arise

Relevant Experience

• Kayak fishing
• Installation of fish finders, electric motors, and other various kayak accessories
• Hull repair with epoxy and plastic welding
• Maintenance of pedal drives and rudder systems
• Backpacking, camping, and hiking
• Installation and use of roof and truck rack systems

Details & Requirements

• Schedule : Full-Time staff work an average of 35 hours per week, mostly within the framework of four 9-hour workdays per week. Flexibility of schedule is a necessity, as staff have varied shift schedules week to week.
• Store Hours :
  • Mon–Fri: 10am-6pm
  • Sat: 9am-6pm
  • Sun: 11am–5pm

(extended hours during the holiday months)

Benefits

• All Employees:
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Deep employee discounts on outdoor gear
• Full-Time Employees (after a waiting period):
  • Eligibility for group health insurance (GOPC pays 75% of the monthly premium)
  • Paid vacation and sick time