Store Manager - job 2 of 2

At Backcountry, our mission is to connect people to their passions. Our four online stores—Backcountry, Competitive Cyclist, MotoSport and, SteepandCheap—aim to supply our customers with the gear, knowledge, and inspiration necessary to get out there and chase down life’s greatest moments. We do this by providing the biggest and best assortment of premium outdoor products, superior shopping experience, personalized Gearhead expertise, lightning-fast and accurate fulfillment, and inspirational, informative, and community-centered content.  

Backcountry is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Store Manager to lead our retail team of Gearheads to connect customers to their pursuits outside and support their gear-related needs. As the Store Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our physical store, ensuring the highest level of customer service, sales productivity, merchandising decisions, inventory integrity and store profitability. You will also be responsible for extending Backcountry’s culture, core values and operating principles into your workplace, maintaining a positive and enthusiastic work environment. 

This position will report to the Head of Stores.

• Manage all aspects of store operations; sales, customer service, inventory, scheduling and payroll, events, partnerships, and visual merchandising 
• Monitor store performance metrics, develop action plans and execute to delivery Budget goals across selling and profitability   
• Recruit and train a staff of Gearhead product experts, capable of speaking to technical goods and supporting our customer's outdoor activities and needs  
• Maintain elevated standards of customer experience and selling productivity; fitting rooms, footwear, technical hardgoods, and general zoning  
• Build loyalty and satisfaction with customers through positive interactions, relationship-building activities, and prompt resolution of any issue  
• Identify local marketing opportunities to further engagement in the community 
• Manage inventory levels, maintain healthy shrink %, promote placement to key items, and identify gaps in product mix and collaborate to achieve a productive assortment strategy 
• Maintain a positive and enthusiastic work environment, promoting teamwork, collaboration, and open communication 
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, carriers, landlords, and other key stakeholders  
• Collaborate with our online store team to ensure consistency across all sales channels and provide seamless customer experiences 

• 5+ years of experience in retail leadership, preferably in an outdoor retail or e-commerce company 
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and maximizing profitability 
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills 
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks, remain flexible and adapt quickly
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, point-of-sale (POS) systems and Scheduling tools
• Passion for the outdoors and outdoor products 

Our mission is to connect people to their passions. Our four online stores—Backcountry, Competitive Cyclist, MotoSport and SteepandCheap—aim to supply our customers with the gear, knowledge, and inspiration necessary to get out there and chase down life’s greatest moments. We do this by providing the biggest and best assortment of premium outdoor products, superior shopping experience, personalized Gearhead expertise, lightning-fast and accurate fulfillment, and inspirational, informative, and community-centered content.

We take this concept seriously, both personally and professionally, which for employees translates to careers with growth potential and the ability to take ownership and make an impact daily. Perks such as an excellent gear discount, an annual summer Adventure Contest, summer barbecues, and a pet-friendly office make for a fun work environment. Backcountry employees will have the benefit of working with colleagues who are passionate about their careers as well as the outdoors.