Supervisor

 Eastern Mountain Sports is excited to be opening a new location in Manchester, CT. This new store will be part of our Bob's and EMS combined new store concept.

We are looking for an Outdoor enthusiast who shares our same passion for the activites that we are known for; Hiking, Camping, Paddle Sports, you name it, we have the right product for that next adventure. The ideal candidate will have both Outdoor experience as well as prior retail management experience. If this sounds like a good fit, then we want to hear from you.

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As a PT Floor Supervisor, you'll act as the manager-on-duty and lead by example, enabling a knowledgeable and friendly sales staff while driving overall store performance. A PT Supervisor also carries keys, is responsible for opening and closing the building as needed, and oversees the general merchandise flow and visual presentation of the store. This is an hourly, entry-level Part-time store management position, where you can expect to average 15-20 houres per week. Success in this role could lead into greater career advancement and development, such as a Full-time Supervisor role within the organization. 

Pay & Benefits

• Pay Range $16 - 18 an hour based on Experience
• 401K Savings (21 and Over)

Employee Perks

• Discount at both EMS & Bob's Stores 
• Vendor Training Opporutnities with Product Discounts
• Reward and Recognition Programs

Skills and Qualifications:
A varied schedule will include day, evening, weekend and holiday shifts.

• 1-2 years of customer service experience, preferably in retail
• 1-2 years of supervisory experience, preferably in retail 
• Friendly and outgoing with a passion for outfitting our customers
• Strong verbal communication skills with demonstrated leadership ability - coach, observe and provide feedback
• Ability to be persuasive and suggestively sell as well as coach other to maximize sales
• Qualify and educate the customer, supporting the sale with the appropriate add-ons
• Thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing retail environment 
• Successfully manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Visual merchandising experience a plus
• Passionate about your interests as they relate to the outdoors
• Active participation in the outdoor sports EMS represents, highly preferred

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please list the sports you actively participate in under the "Skills" section of the application when applying.
Eastern Mountain Sports is an equal opportunity employer offering dynamic career opportunities and generous employee discounts.