Retail Sales Associate

Ready to lace up your career working with the best customers? We're on the lookout for a new team member to join our squad If you've got the hustle, the heart, and the passion to help customers achieve their goals, this could be your perfect fit

**Start Date**: Flexible start date April 15-May 15

**Schedule**:We need coverage 2-4 days per week including Saturdays with flexibility on the other days. Minimum of 2 shifts per week.

**Who We Are**:We're not just a store; we're a community hub for all things running including clinics, races and other events We are at the centre of all the running action in the Comox Valley.

**Our Vision**:_Supporting Every Runner's Journey: A Fun, Inclusive and Welcoming Destination for Passion, Performance, and Community._

**What We Need**:We're searching for a retail team member to join our team and help us provide the unparalleled customer service experiences that our community deserves. If you enjoy talking about being active, recreation and fitness, this career may be a perfect fit for you We thrive on helping customers get into footwear so they can enjoy their day-to-day activities pain-free and in comfort.

**Who Are Our Customers**: We love helping athletes crush their goals, but we do so much more than that Many of our customers shop with us for daily walking shoes and some have orthotics - we give you the tools and support to serve our customers with complete satisfaction.

**Training Provided**:Complete training is provided and retail experience is not required.

**What You'll Do**: Being a team player is key. You'll provide top-notch customer service with the support of our team and management, helping customers reach their goals from everyday walking to running recreationally and racing all distances. We provide a footwear fitting process for every customer - you'll learn about all of our gear to match the customer's needs with our carefully curated products.

Day to day is dynamic and fast-paced. This is more than sales; the whole team chips in on many tasks like restocking, receiving, special events, shipping, etc.

**What You'll Bring**:

- A passion for problem-solving and customer service
- Ability to take initiative
- Excellent communication skills
- An ability to make anyone feel welcome regardless of their fitness abilities
- A keen eye for detail and a talent for keeping things organized
- Self-motivation with the ability to recognize and tackle tasks that need to be completed
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- A positive attitude and a willingness to go above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction

**Perks of the Job**:

- A fun and supportive work environment where your ideas are always welcome
- Generous employee discounts throughout the store and with some brands we don't carry
- Reasonable flexibility on scheduling to maintain work-life balance
- Race entries to events we are affiliated with
- Be a part of a team that's passionate about making a difference in our community
- Growth opportunities within the company beyond retail sales

**Growth**: We're growing and have opportunities for you to grow with us beyond this position Let's chat in person.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.00-$23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Store discount

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Shift:

- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Morning shift

Work days:

- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- Do you run (at any level) or participate in other sports? Please share details.
- What is your ideal schedule right now and through the summer? (i.e. which days of the week, hours per week, etc.)
- Which days of the week are you available during the day? *We do require Saturdays at this time

Work Location: In person