Retail Fitness Associate

DICK'S Sporting Goods

Maryland

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Customer Support/Service, Establish Priorities, Fitness, Merchandising, Retail, Sales, Solution Sales, Sports
LOCATION
Maryland
POSTED
26 days ago

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams.  We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!

OVERVIEW:

The Fitness Associate is a technically focused role that prioritizes a health + wellness lifestyle, creating 

a differentiated experience specifically to those interested in fitness products. This individual will put 

from personal experiences and leverage product knowledge to create wholistic recommendations 

based on the athlete’s needs. The job duties and responsibilities of this role include the following: 

  • 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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 2 years of fitness experience required

  • 1 year of retail experience preferred, but not required. 

  • Approachable & Outgoing 

  • Health & Wellness Advocate 

  • Enthusiast 

  • Fitness Ambassador 

  • Solution & Selling Oriented

 

Targeted Pay Range: $18.50 - $25.50. Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, location, experience and position offered. The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.DICK'S Sporting Goods complies with all state paid leave requirements. We also offer a generous suite of benefits. To learn more, visit www.benefityourliferesources.com.

About the Company

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DICK'S Sporting Goods

At DICK'S Sporting Goods, we ensure ultimate customer satisfaction by employing an exceptional team of associates, who truly "live" our brand. Our associates demonstrate a combination of drive, skill, commitment and passion for our business that is shared with the athletes and enthusiasts we serve. These experts draw on their personal experience and passion for sports to guide, inform and inspire every customer, helping to make DICK'S Sporting Goods the top destination for dedicated athletes in every activity, for every season.

Founded in 1948, DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. is an authentic full-line retailer offering a broad assortment of brand name sporting goods equipment, apparel and footwear, in a specialty store environment. For more than 50 years, we've been catering to the needs of the True Athlete and offering rewarding career opportunities for associates who are driven, skilled, committed and passionate.

Join the most passionate and driven team in sports – DICK'S Sporting Goods.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Retail
FOUNDED
1948
WEBSITE
http://www.dickssportinggoods.com