Assistant Sales Manager - Internship
Ridgeline Bike & Ski is seeking an energetic and customer-focused Assistant Sales Manager to help lead daily retail operations in our fast-paced bike and ski shop in Boise, Idaho. This role supports sales growth, staff development, customer experience, merchandising, and operational excellence across bicycles, e-bikes, skis, snowboards, apparel, and accessories. The ideal candidate is passionate about outdoor sports, enjoys building relationships with customers, and thrives in a team-oriented environment. Retail leadership experience and strong communication skills are preferred.
# Assistant Sales Manager – Bike & Ski Retail📍 Boise, IdahoRidgeline Bike & Ski is looking for a passionate, driven, and customer-focused Assistant Sales Manager to help lead our growing specialty retail team. This role is ideal for someone who loves cycling, skiing, snowboarding, outdoor adventure, and building strong customer relationships while helping develop a high-performing sales floor culture.You will work directly with the Sales Manager and leadership team to create exceptional customer experiences, improve sales performance, support staff training, and help drive daily operations in one of Boise’s premier bike and ski shops.### Sales Leadership* Help lead and motivate the sales floor team* Drive daily sales goals and customer engagement* Support merchandising, product presentation, and showroom organization* Assist in implementing promotions, events, and seasonal campaigns* Help identify missed sales opportunities and improve conversion rates* Maintain strong product knowledge across bikes, e-bikes, skis, snowboards, apparel, and accessories### Customer Experience* Deliver exceptional customer service and create long-term customer relationships* Assist customers with product recommendations, sizing, and solutions* Support bike fitting, boot fitting, and equipment education conversations* Resolve customer concerns professionally and positively* Help create a welcoming and energetic store environment### Team Development* Train and mentor sales staff on product knowledge and selling skills* Assist with onboarding and coaching employees* Help maintain accountability and positive team culture* Lead by example with professionalism, communication, and work ethic### Operations Support* Assist with inventory management and product receiving* Help maintain visual merchandising standards* Support opening and closing procedures* Coordinate with service department and inventory team* Help manage store cleanliness and organization## Qualifications* Retail sales leadership experience preferred* Passion for cycling, skiing, snowboarding, or outdoor sports* Strong communication and customer service skills* Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment* Positive attitude and team-first mindset* Comfortable learning technical product knowledge* Experience with specialty retail or action sports industry is a plus## What We Offer* Competitive pay based on experience* Employee discounts on bikes, skis, snowboards, and gear* Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development* Industry training opportunities* Fun, team-oriented work environment* Access to some of the best riding and skiing in Idaho## About Ridgeline Bike & SkiRidgeline Bike & Ski specializes in premium bicycles, e-bikes, skis, snowboards, apparel, accessories, bike service, ski tuning, suspension service, and professional boot fitting. We are passionate about helping customers enjoy the outdoors and building a strong cycling and skiing community in Boise.
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