North 40 Outfitters in Ponderay, ID is looking to hire a Full-Time Tack & Pet Associate to join our team. We believe that each team member plays a vital role in the success of our company. We are looking for authentic and enthusiastic people who love our lifestyle and believe in service before self. As a Tack & Pet Associate at North 40, you play a key role in the overall customer experience by providing outstanding customer service, generating sales and suggesting products, stocking and merchandising, maintaining a clean and organized department and safeguarding company assets. Ideal candidates will have prior customer facing role experience as well as knowledge in Tack and Pet fields. Open availability is required.
This full-time position requires the ability to work all scheduled shifts between the business hours of Mon-Sat 7 am to 8 pm, and Sunday 9 am to 5 pm. This shift can include working weekends and certain holidays and will require flexibility in scheduling based on business needs.
- Willingness to share credit, work with others in a team environment, and define success collectively rather than individually
- Previous merchandising experience is helpful
- Ability to take initiative, embrace change, and learn new things
- Drive to be dependable, and to perform well against the expectations of the role
- Ability to work independently or in a group setting
- Committed to supplying our North 40 guests with phenomenal customer service
- Good communication skills and the ability to effectively engage with individuals on a regular basis
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment while remaining detailed and focused
- Working knowledge of small and large animals in areas of vaccines, feed and livestock equipment, and general animal health required
- Ability to educate and assist customers on the brands that North 40 sells
- Must be able to multitask and prioritize
- Understanding of correct lifting and loading techniques. Physical ability to lift and carry 0-15 lbs. continuously, 15-50 lbs. frequently, and 50-55 lbs. occasionally, and team lift anything over 55 lbs. Spending 100% of work time on your feet, including use of ladders, rolling staircases and pallet jacks.
BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
We offer a competitive wage ranging $16.50 - $17.00 per hour, a rewarding work environment, and generous benefits and perks such as paid holidays, a 401(k) option, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and a phenomenal employee discount on all products North 40 sells.
North 40 Outfitters is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.