US Patriot Senior Lead Retail Sales Associate

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSenior Lead Retail Sales Associate, (Full Time) - US Patriot, On Base (Fort Sill, OK)Starting Rate: $18.75/hourAbout US PATRIOTAre you ready for a career with one of the nation's top retailers of military and law enforcement tactical gear? At U.S. Patriot Tactical, you can make a positive difference for the country's military and law enforcement personnel by providing high-quality, reliable products. With more than 100 locations across the USA, South Korea, and Japan, you will be part of a diverse workforce engaged in providing exceptional retail service and expertise to the wide range of customers we serve. US Patriot is seeking a Full-Time Senior Lead Retail Sales Associate to match soldiers and airmen to the best brands in the business, including Nike, Oakley, and Under Armour. We have over 105 retail locations and multiple web portals to meet our customers’ tactical gear needs.The Senior Lead Retail Sales Associate is responsible for all store operations to achieve sales goals and deliver outstanding customer satisfaction. As the leader of the retail team, the Senior Lead Sales Associate must be a coach and motivator, driving continuous improvement in sales and satisfaction.WHAT TO DOManage the daily operations of a US Patriot store, including the supervision of all store employeesScheduling: Efficiently schedule all employees while taking into consideration each subordinate’s requests for hoursTraining: Sales/product training, upsell/cross sell, POS procedures, shelf facing and stocking, inventory:Sales and Merchandising: Will ensure products are fully stocked, correctly tagged, properly faced, and in the correct category. The Lead Sales Associate is responsible for creating a sales plan to meet the store’s sales obligationsMust know the gear (study catalogs) to assist customers. We need to suggest related items: example: they buy a holster, we suggest a pistol lanyard, magazine pouches, belt, etc.Encourage employees to perform by setting sales goals and a plan to meet store goalsHR Hiring and terminating employees based on the company's hiring processCustomer Experience: Ensure that customers have an outstanding, pleasant shopping experienceNew Items: Communicate customer requests to the District Manager and Planner so we can bring in new items as soon as possibleReceiving: Accurately receive all deliveries of merchandise to the store in a timely, accurate mannerInventory: There must be stock available for sale; the Lead Sales Associate must check inventory regularlyAdministration/Reporting will complete accurate, timely paperwork and reportsSafety is a priority. Will model safety standards and promptly report accidentsMust demonstrate good judgment and respect for the position with the Company, coworkers, AAFES Staff, Clients, and CustomersWHAT YOU BRINGBachelor’s degree preferredThree years of previous experience with retail management preferredExcellent verbal and written communication skills, problem analysis, and decision-makingFinancial and quantitative analysis (preferred)Demonstrate ability to manage the sales team to achieve the company's sales goalsProven ability to motivate and coach othersAbility to continuously move around all areas of the store dailyAbility to work flexible shift hours, 7 days a weekWHAT YOU SEND OUR WAYYour resume, highlighting your education, experience, and skillsWHAT WE OFFERExcellent medical/dental and vision coverage—Eligible 1st day of the month after start date401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the restGenerous employee discountVacation and Personal TimePaid HolidaysTuition reimbursementDaily Pay: up to 50% of your payEOE/Disability/Vets