At SITKA, we believe in creating more than just performance hunting gear—we are dedicated to building a community that embraces the pursuit of the wild. Our innovative hunting apparel is designed for those who thrive in the outdoors, driven by a passion for exploration and conservation. We push the boundaries of technology to offer unparalleled comfort and protection in the field. If you share our vision of excellence in craftsmanship and are passionate about connecting people with nature, we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join our mission.
Product Coordinator - Bozeman
About the Role
We are looking for a Product Coordinator to join our SITKA Gear team in Bozeman, Montana. This role supports the end-to-end development process for technical outdoor apparel, gear, and footwear. The Product Coordinator will work closely with product line managers, design, and development to bring innovative and high-performance outdoor products from concept to commercialization. Ideal candidates are detail-driven, organized, and passionate about building product.
Responsibilities
Assist product team in updating and maintaining our PLM system with accurate style information throughout the development cycle.
Partner with design to ensure accurate transition of concepts into development-ready specifications.
Support Product Development with tracking, organizing, and following up on samples and construction details.
Update and maintain our product database with accurate style information throughout the development cycle.
Record, implement, and communicate sample comments to cross-functional teams and vendors.
Help monitor product calendars to ensure on-time delivery of samples, approvals, and production hand-offs.
Maintain digital and physical sample libraries, fabric records, and trim archives.
Prepare materials for design reviews, proto reviews, Go-to-Market meetings, Sales Meetings, and production meetings.
Coordinate meeting schedules for internal reviews and fittings.
Assist with preparing outgoing shipments.
Coordinate with overseas and domestic factories to clarify technical details, sample requests, and timelines.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Product Development, Textiles, or related field.
1-2 years of experience working in apparel or outdoor related fields.
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Excel, and PLM systems.
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Clear communication and cross-functional collaboration.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with outdoor, technical, or performance apparel categories.
Understanding of garment construction, technical apparel, and materials.
Strong communication skills and comfort working with global vendors.
Product Line Manager - Bozeman
About the Role
We are looking for a Product Line Manager to join our SITKA Gear team at our facility in Bozeman, Montana. This person is a product visionary, and will translate consumer needs and trends into world class product, authoring product and life cycle strategies that drive growth and deliver on our business objectives. The ideal candidate has outstanding apparel and equipment acuity, with a resounding passion for hunting and a strong knowledge of the consumer’s sphere of influence. Relocation may be available for this role.
Responsibilities
Obsess the SITKA consumer, with a focus on analyzing market trends to uncover product opportunities that inform SITKA’s product roadmap
Author detailed product briefs that translate consumer insights into actionable product concepts
Drive product life cycle and SKU rationalization strategies, constantly aiming to drive growth and improve productivity
Partner with Design, Development, Finance, Merchandising and Sales partners to establish target performance qualities, costs, and margins
Partner with merchandising, planning, marketing & sales teams to set seasonal assortment and go-to-market strategies that deliver financial results
Provide product management, consumer, and market intelligence in cross-functional topics related to sourcing, materials, sustainability, quality, costing, capacity planning, product marketing, innovation, and future growth strategies
Lead the entry of accurate and complete information in the PLM system, ensuring effective data governance
Serve as the holder of relevant historical product performance data, making data driven decisions about the future
Serve as the internal subject matter expert for the hunting and fishing consumer
Required Qualifications
Bachelors Degree or combination of relevant education and experience
Minimum of 3 years experience as a product manager with an emphasis on technical apparel brands
Experience managing product lines across multiple seasons simultaneously while maintaining holistic data integrity
Experience utilizing a PLM software in daily operations
Experience facilitating productive team meetings and strong ability presenting in front of large groups
Outstanding apparel and equipment acuity, with strong knowledge of the hunter and angler’s sphere of influence
Demonstrated success leveraging market research and consumer insights to uncover product growth opportunities
Highly effective communication and collaboration skills with a demonstrate ability to influence or engage others
Demonstrated strategic-mindset and task-oriented nature
Ability to travel 15%
Desired Qualifications
Experience with Centric PLM Software
Strong knowledge of the end-to-end apparel product creation process, including sourcing, operations, and demand planning
What We Offer
Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.
We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits
Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
HR Business Partner - Bozeman
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Global HR Business Partner to support our SITKA® Business within the Gore Fabrics organization. This is a highly strategic role for a trusted advisor who partners closely with regional and global business and functional leaders to shape and deliver people and organizational priorities that drive business performance.
As a Global HRBP, you will operate with a strong business & market understanding —translating Gore Fabrics/ SITKA® strategies into integrated, high impact people solutions tailored to the business context. You will coach and influence senior leaders, lead complex global initiatives, and build high trust relationships that enable teams and associates to thrive. While the primary focus is on the SITKA® Business, the role offers broader opportunities to support additional businesses and functions globally over time.
This position will be located at our facility in Bozeman, Montana. Relocation assistance is available for this position.
Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic HR partner and trusted advisor to senior business and functional leaders, aligning people strategies with business growth and priorities.
Deeply understand business strategy, financial drivers, and operating models to anticipate talent and organizational needs.
Diagnose organizational and performance gaps and lead solutions such as org design, transformation, process change, coaching, and capability building.
Drive talent management processes end-to-end, including succession planning, performance management, development, and compensation.
Strengthen leadership capability, bench strength, and diverse succession pipelines while identifying talent risks and opportunities.
Lead workforce planning and use people data and analytics to forecast future capability and resource requirements.
Shape culture, ways of working, and leader and team effectiveness in line with enterprise expectations and values.
Act as a credible change leader, coaching leaders through ambiguity, transformation, and adoption without formal authority.
Translate Enterprise and Fabrics HR strategies, programs, and frameworks into practical, value a dding business solutions.
Be an active member and partner closely with our Gore Fabrics HR team to ensure HR delivery is aligned with business needs and well-executed.
Model our unique Enterprise culture as a source of competitive advantage.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (focus on HR, Organizational Effectiveness or related field preferred)
Minimum of 7 years of experience as an HR Business Partner or in a comparable strategic HR role close to the business
Strong working knowledge of human resources practices and core people processes
Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and lead complex initiatives within scope
Demonstrated experience and capability in leadership coaching and consulting, conflict resolution, change leadership, organizational design and development
Ability to design and implement people programs and processes
Ability to use data, insights, and external trends to inform decisions
Ability to establish credibility, lead with a proactive approach, and able to deal effectively with ambiguity and transformation while acting as a trusted thought-partner
Ability to travel up to 10%
This position offers a hybrid work arrangement in the country from which the Associate is employed. Eligibility is dependent on the responsibilities of the role and business needs, and the Associate must agree to comply with Gore’s work arrangement policies.
Desired Qualifications
Masters Degree (HR focus or MBA)
Experience in complex, matrixed, and global organizations, and leading transformation, growth, or restructuring initiatives at a functional or regional level
Coaching, change leadership, or advanced HR certification
Experience with Business Systems or lean methodologies
Proficiency in SAP/Success Factors; MS Office Suite
What We Offer
Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow. We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws. Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the United States. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.
Retail Channel Sales Leader - Bozeman
About The Role
The Retail Channel Sales Leader will own and evolve the brand’s owned-retail channel, positioning physical retail as a critical growth engine and a cornerstone of a seamless omnichannel brand experience. This role is responsible for driving sales, productivity, and profitability while delivering exceptional, consumer-first retail experiences that reflect the brand’s values and deepen emotional connection with customers.Working in close partnership with DTC e-commerce, merchandising, marketing, and operations teams, this leader will align physical retail and digital touchpoints to create a cohesive journey across channels. They will leverage data and insights to optimize assortment, inventory flow, and product turns—always through the lens of best serving the consumer—while ensuring stores function as cultural destinations within their local communities.This role blends strategic leadership with operational excellence, owning P&L performance, leading retail expansion and innovation, and building high-performing teams that consistently deliver outstanding results and brand experiences.This position will be located at our facility in Bozeman, Montana, with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement. Relocation assistance is available for this position.
Responsibilities
Own and shape the brand’s owned-retail strategy in close partnership with DTC e-commerce and executive leadership to deliver a seamless, omnichannel brand experience.
Drive sales growth, productivity, and profitability across the retail channel with full P&L accountability, including traffic, conversion, AOV, and product turns.
Create consumer-first retail experiences that serve as cultural destinations, leveraging assortment strategy, community engagement, events, and localized storytelling.
Lead the end-to-end customer journey across physical retail, ensuring store design, visual merchandising, service standards, and digital touchpoints are integrated and brand-consistent.
Align retail and DTC e-commerce teams to optimize the omnichannel consumer journey, including buy-online-pick-up, ship-from-store, returns, and shared customer insights.
Optimize retail productivity and inventory turns through data-driven assortment planning, in-season management, and inventory flow—always through the lens of best serving the consumer.
Oversee retail operations at scale, ensuring excellence in inventory management, staffing models, expense control, and day-to-day execution.
Lead store expansion and evolution, including site selection, lease negotiation, new store openings, and ongoing format innovation aligned with consumer behavior and market opportunity.
Leverage analytics and insights to inform decisions across merchandising, inventory, marketing, and staffing, and clearly communicate insights to cross-functional partners.
Build, inspire, and develop high-performing retail leadership teams and store managers who deliver strong results and exceptional customer experiences.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; degree in business, management, marketing, or a related field preferred.
A minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in multi-unit owned retail, including retail operations and/or channel leadership roles.
Proven experience leading retail within a premium consumer brand environment, ideally $100M+ in annual revenue.
Demonstrated ability to deliver sales growth, improve retail productivity, and exceed P&L targets while maintaining a premium brand experience.
Strong understanding of omnichannel retail, including close partnership with DTC e-commerce to deliver a seamless consumer journey.
Expertise in retail analytics and KPIs, including productivity metrics, inventory turns, sell-through, and conversion, with the ability to translate insights into action.
Experience expanding and scaling an owned retail channel, including site selection, store design, hiring, and successful store openings.
Deep knowledge of optimizing the brick-and-mortar customer journey across merchandising, visual presentation, community engagement, and store team training.
Highly collaborative leader with a track record of influencing cross-functional partners and coaching teams through growth and change.
Willingness to travel 50%+ nationally for store openings, visits, events, training, and market scouting.
This position offers a hybrid work arrangement in the country from which the Associate is employed. Eligibility is dependent on the responsibilities of the role and business needs, and the Associate must agree to comply with Gore’s work arrangement policies.
What We Offer
Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow. We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws. Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the United States. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.
Wholesale Channel Leader - Bozeman
About the Role
We are looking for a Wholesale Channel Leader to join our SITKA®, team. In this role, you will be responsible for elevating SITKA’s wholesale business through a clear, data-driven strategy that complements our DTC priorities. This role oversees the full wholesale portfolio, managing performance targets and driving segmentation, distribution, and sell-through strategies that deliver a consistent, premium consumer experience. You will partner closely with Merchandising, Planning, Marketing, Creative, and Operations to align the channel to our broader go-to-market vision. This is a role for a builder—someone who can raise standards, strengthen execution, and lead a high-performing wholesale team toward scalable, profitable growth. This position will be located at our facility in Bozeman, Montana, with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement. Relocation assistance is available for this position.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute comprehensive wholesale channel strategies elevating the wholesale consumer experience to deliver high-end touchpoints.
Actively manage the wholesale portfolio globally and make data-driven decisions based on insights provided through qualitative and quantitative KPIs.
Establish and monitor wholesale performance goals and ensure execution to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual KPIs (sell-in, sell through, at-once, pre-books, margin, etc.).
Implement and refine an account tiering strategy prioritizing key accounts and delivering a consistent, high-end consumer experience.
Partner with merchandising to define and deliver a segmented distribution strategy providing the right product, in the right places, and with the right experience for the consumer.
Collaborate with marketing and creative teams to prioritize marketing initiatives focused on driving sell-through (co-op investments, events, merchandising directives, etc.) and in alignment account tiering.
Develop and implement brand & product training at an appropriate cadence & methods to meet the needs of SITKA and wholesale accounts.
Collaborate cross-functionally to provide a wholesale channel perspective on product planning, demand planning, warehouse forecasting, pricing and profitability, sales forecasting, and merchandising strategy to maintain a competitive advantage and grow the wholesale channel.
Lead, develop, and proactively communicate amongst, internal sales associates, sales reps, inside sales, sales operations, and the collective wholesale team.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in apparel and footwear consumer brand sales
A minimum of 5 years of experience directly leading sales teams (sales channel leaders, account sales reps) of employed and contract roles in a +$300M B2C and B2B premium consumer brand
Proven track record driving scalable and profitable revenue through wholesale growth initiatives including segmentation and tiering
Experience measuring and delivering KPIs from wholesale sales and marketing strategies and investments
Strong analytical skills with the ability to extract insights from different data sources and make data-driven decisions
Cross-functional, strategic orientation with an ability to execute in a fast-paced, deadline driven, agile environment
Proven ability to build and manage a highly productive and functionally diverse sales team
Self-directed with the ability to take initiative and confidently direct customer interactions
Ability to travel up to 50%
Desired Qualifications
Previous experience or strong interest in the outdoor hunting and fishing space
This position offers a hybrid work arrangement in the country from which the Associate is employed. Eligibility is dependent on the responsibilities of the role and business needs, and the Associate must agree to comply with Gore’s work arrangement policies.
What We Offer
Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow. We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws. Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the United States. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.
Footwear Planner - Bozeman
About the Role:
The Footwear Demand Planner is responsible for developing and managing seasonal and in-season demand forecasts across SITKA’s wholesale, retail, and e-commerce channels. This role ensures optimal inventory levels, accurate channel allocations, and size availability to meet sales goals and service level targets. The ideal candidate brings a strong analytical foundation, a collaborative mindset, and a deep understanding of how consumer demand varies across channels and product lifecycles—especially in the footwear category.
This position will be located at our facility in Bozeman, Montana, with the possibility of a hybrid remote work arrangement, depending upon the responsibilities of the role and business needs.
Responsibilities:
Own the end-to-end demand planning process for footwear across wholesale, SITKA-owned retail stores, and .com, including preseason forecasts and in-season re-projections
Translate sales targets into channel-specific forecasts in collaboration with Sales, Retail, and E-Commerce teams to ensure demand plans align with business goals and GTM strategy
Analyze historical sales, size selling, and consumer behavior to inform demand curves, size scales, and future buy recommendations for each channel
Monitor in-season performance and adjust forecasts in real time to mitigate inventory risks, capture upside, and align with marketing activations and promotional calendars
Partner with Merchandising and Product teams to align demand forecasts with product lifecycle stages, regional needs, and line segmentation (e.g., core vs. seasonal vs. exclusive)
Provide demand inputs to the Supply Chain team to support buy readiness, allocation decisions, and production planning, ensuring on-time and in-full delivery
Lead monthly Demand Review meetings as part of the S&OP process, communicating changes in demand drivers, risks, and opportunities to cross-functional stakeholders
Develop demand plans for new product introductions and new doors, incorporating launch assumptions, marketplace trends, and cross-channel dynamics
Build and maintain tools, dashboards, and KPIs that track forecast accuracy, inventory turns, service levels, and demand health across all footwear styles and channels
Collaborate with inventory and allocation teams to ensure the right product is in the right place, at the right time, in the right size—maximizing consumer availability and financial performance
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 years of experience in demand planning, merchandise planning, or inventory management within a consumer brand—preferably in footwear or related categories
Experience managing forecasts across multiple sales channels (wholesale, retail, and e-commerce) with understanding of unique channel demand drivers and behaviors
Proficiency in Excel and analytical platforms (Power BI, Tableau, or similar); strong skills in creating data models and actionable reporting
Track record of strong forecast accuracy and ability to improve inventory health (turns, sell-through, stock availability)
Experience working within a formal S&OP process and presenting data and insights to cross-functional leadership
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with Merchandising, Sales, Retail Operations, Supply Chain, and Product Development
Experience with enterprise systems (e.g., Anaplan, SAP, NetSuite, or similar planning tools)
Ability to think strategically and execute tactically in a fast-paced, seasonal business with frequent new product launches
Ability to travel up to 15% for cross-functional meetings, store visits, and seasonal planning sessions
Desired Qualifications:
Footwear product knowledge strongly preferred, including seasonality, size curve management, launch planning, and inventory depth strategies
This position offers a hybrid work arrangement in the country from which the Associate is employed. Eligibility is dependent on the responsibilities of the role and business needs, and the Associate must agree to comply with Gore’s work arrangement policies.
What We Offer:
Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.
We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits.
We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.
Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.
Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.
Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact
About Gore
For 65 years, Gore has improved lives through discovery, product innovation and rewarding careers for Associates. We push the boundaries of what's possible — not just through our products and technologies but also through individual growth and development.
SITKA Customer Service (Non-Associate) Seasonal
About the Role
SITKA Gear is hiring a seasonal customer service associate in our Bozeman, MT call center.
Responsibilities:
Provide prompt and accurate responses to calls and emails
Be the expert voice of the organization
Have a professional demeanor in all written and verbal communication
Identify customer’s needs, clarify information, research issues and provide solutions and/or alternatives
Troubleshoot and solve problems independently
Provide timely feedback to the organization regarding product or service failures or customer concerns
High attention to detail, accuracy and excellence in a very fast paced environment
Partner with other associates and cross-functional teams
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Computer knowledge and skills, including MS Windows, Outlook, Word and Excel
At least one year customer service experience
Desired Qualifications (if applicable):
Previous SITKA Gear experience
Experience working with CRM Systems
Experience with Zendesk Platforms
What We Offer….
We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment. In support of our values and continued success we are proud of Associates around the world who support an inclusive environment, strive to reflect the diversity of the communities where we operate, and ensure all Associates and external partners are treated with fairness, dignity, and respect.
Retail Store Manager - Atlanta
About The Role
We are looking for a Retail Store Manager to join our team in Atlanta, Georgia. In this role, you will lead the daily operations of our retail store while building and developing a high-performing team that delivers an exceptional customer experience. You will drive store performance through strong leadership, operational excellence, and a customer-first mindset. This role offers the opportunity to shape the in-store brand experience while building meaningful relationships within the local community. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced retail environment and is passionate about outdoor culture and premium retail experiences.
Responsibilities
Leadership & Accountability: Lead and inspire the store team while upholding brand standards and driving store performance goals.
Sales & Profitability: Drive store sales and profitability by monitoring performance metrics and managing operating and payroll expenses.
Customer Experience: Deliver exceptional in-store service through strong product knowledge, customer engagement, and adherence to visual merchandising standards.
Team Development: Recruit, hire, onboard, and develop a team of knowledgeable brand advocates who represent the SITKA® brand.
Coaching & Performance Management: Provide regular coaching, feedback, and performance management to support individual and team growth.
Community Engagement: Support store events and develop relationships within the local community to increase brand awareness and store traffic.
Operational Excellence: Ensure operational standards are met including inventory accuracy, store organization, and compliance with company policies.
Scheduling & Workforce Planning: Create and manage staff schedules aligned with store traffic patterns and payroll plans.
Business Planning: Analyze business results and collaborate with leadership to implement strategies that improve store performance.
Safety & Asset Protection: Maintain a safe and secure store environment while protecting company assets and ensuring compliance with safety procedures.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in a fast-paced retail environment
Minimum 2 years of experience in a specialty retail environment, preferably within outdoor apparel or lifestyle brands
Demonstrated success achieving sales and profit results through team leadership
Proven ability to recruit, develop, and lead high-performing teams
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to deliver authentic customer service and resolve customer concerns
Experience planning and executing store events or community engagement activities
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs Ability to travel up to 15%
Desired Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, retail management, or a related field
Experience opening or launching new retail locations
Passion for hunting, outdoor recreation, and the SITKA® brand
What We Offer
Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow. We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws. Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the United States. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.
Retail Sales Lead (Non-Associate) - Atlanta
SITKA is seeking a Retail Store Sales Lead to join our team in our Atlanta, Georgia store. In this role, you will report to the Store Manager. You will provide leadership support and direction to the store team and successfully execute company strategies. You will help coach and motivate a team of brand advocates who in turn will provide a premium customer experience. You drive store profitability by upholding store operational and visual merchandising standards. You have a customer first mindset, and thrive in fast-paced, ever-changing entrepreneurial environments. This is not a remote position. This is a contract position. Located in Atlanta, GA
General Job Duties:
Model brand service standards to help drive excellent customer experience
Coach the store team on SITKA standard of customer service, brand identify, product, and operations
Create and support a culture of customer engagement amongst your team
Provide a timely response to daily, weekly, and monthly tasks assigned by Assistant Store Manager and Store Manager
Ensure timely execution of distributed goals and tasks assigned to the sales staff
Execute opening and closing procedures
Become a brand expert on all things SITKA
Assist in inventory procedures, allocation, and replenishment, third party orders, shipping, receiving, cycle counting etc.
Work with the Visual Merchandiser to uphold merchandising standards to create an appealing in-store experience
Maintain cleanliness of the store by executing and upholding cleaning standards
Operate the POS to complete all sales, returns and exchange transactions effectively and accurately
Assist with store events
Qualifications & Experience:
Positive attitude that goes above and beyond for customers.
1+ years of customer service and/or retail experience preferred.
Previous retail knowledge (POS, Inventory, customer service, and sales) preferred.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of outdoor gear preferred.
Must love outdoors, hunting knowledge preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Stand for the duration of the shift.
Move and process shipments.
Ability to lift 45 lbs.
Operate general office equipment (phones, computers etc.)
Benefits:
Employee discount!
Working with a passionate crew of outdoors enthusiasts
Retail Gear Guide (Non-Associate) Part Time - Mall of America
About the Role: Sitka is looking for a part-time Retail Gear Guide to join our team for the opening of our Mall of America store. You will provide customers with a premium experience and excellent customer service in an engaging and authentic way. You value the opportunity to help customers find the gear that supports their pursuit. In this role, you will report to the Store Manager.
This is not a remote position. This is a contract position located in Bloomington, MN
General Job Duties:
Authentically engage with all customers to provide exceptional customer service and experience
Become a brand expert on all things SITKA
Actively participate in reaching sales and other KPI goals
Assist in inventory procedures including floor replenishment, third party orders, shipping, receiving, cycle counting, etc.
Uphold premium merchandising standards that create an exceptional customer experience
Execute store cleaning responsibilities
Provide an excellent checkout experience for all sales, returns and exchange transactions using POS
Assist with store events
Additional duties as assigned
Qualifications & Experience:
At least 1 year of customer service and/or retail experience preferred
Ability to effectively and accurately complete POS transactions
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of outdoor gear preferred
Excellent sales and customer service skills
Must love outdoors, hunting knowledge preferred
Excellent verbal communication skills
Physical Requirements:
Stand for the duration of the shift
Move and process shipments
Ability to lift 45 lbs
Operate general office equipment (phones, computers etc.)
Perks:
Employee discount!
Working with a passionate crew of outdoors enthusiasts
It Works, Guaranteed
We stand behind every product we make. If you are not satisfied with your gear at the time you receive them, please send them back. Damage due to wear and tear will be repaired at a reasonable cost.
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