Retail Fitness Associate at Dick's Sporting Goods

Salem, Oregon, United States

Dick's Sporting Goods Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Part TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Sports, FitnessIndustries

Requirements

  • 2 years of fitness experience required
  • 1 year of retail experience preferred
  • Approachable & Outgoing
  • Health & Wellness Advocate
  • Enthusiast
  • Fitness Ambassador
  • Solution & Selling Oriented

Responsibilities

  • Meets the athlete where they are in their fitness journey, creating a tailored and unparalleled customer service experience; adapting sales style appropriately
  • Leverages fitness expertise to provide recommendations that meets the athlete’s needs / goals
  • Communicates extensive product knowledge with a clear and compelling in-depth explanation of product features and benefits; also stays current with industry technology and insights
  • Helps athletes see what’s possible by clearly positioning the added benefits and value of an at-home fitness space
  • Gathers an understanding of the available area within the athlete’s living accommodations in order to accurately outfit the space with fitness equipment / products (either for short or long-term space transformation)
  • Aligns complimentary workout accessories, and if appropriate, fitness regimens and pre/post workout techniques in order to create a wholistic fitness bundle
  • Walks athletes through available financing options, outlining an alternative payment approach to large purchases
  • Assists with merchandising the fitness pad to ensure it is accurately set by following the game plan

Skills

fitness expertise
product knowledge
customer service
sales
merchandising
financing options

Dick's Sporting Goods

Retailer of sporting goods and apparel

About Dick's Sporting Goods

DICK'S Sporting Goods is a retailer specializing in sporting goods, offering a variety of products such as sports equipment, apparel, and footwear. The company operates both physical stores and an online platform, allowing customers to shop in a way that suits them best. Customers can take advantage of financing options, such as 0% APR for larger purchases, making it easier to buy what they need. DICK'S Sporting Goods also has a loyalty program called ScoreCard, which rewards customers for their purchases, encouraging them to return. What sets DICK'S apart from competitors is its commitment to customer satisfaction, highlighted by its Best Price Guarantee, and its focus on social responsibility, believing in the positive impact of sports on lives. The goal of DICK'S Sporting Goods is to provide quality sporting goods while giving back to the community and promoting ethical business practices.

Coraopolis, PennsylvaniaHeadquarters
1948Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options

Risks

Increased competition from digital-first retailers could erode market share.
Closure of 35 stores in California may impact regional sales and brand presence.
Geopolitical tensions and elevated interest rates pose risks to supply chain stability.

Differentiation

DICK'S Sporting Goods offers exclusive brands and experiential retail strategies.
The company has a strong omnichannel presence, integrating online and physical stores.
DICK'S loyalty program, ScoreCard, enhances customer retention and repeat business.

Upsides

Experiential retail strategies are gaining traction, boosting customer engagement and sales.
The rise of 'athleisure' fashion aligns with DICK'S product offerings.
DICK'S Sporting Goods' strategic investments in House of Sport and Field House concepts fuel growth.

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