What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retail Sales Professional Part Time position at Montana Knife Company, Inc?
Position Overview
We’re looking for a Retail Sales Professionals to join our Missoula store team. This role is perfect for someone who loves connecting with people, knows their way around a good knife, and believes in honest work and American-made products. You’ll help customers choose the right MKC knife, maintain a sharp store presentation, and deliver an authentic brand experience every single day.
What You’ll Do
- Provide genuine, knowledgeable, and welcoming customer service that represents the MKC brand.
- Learn the details behind every knife — steel types, handle materials and design purpose — and use that knowledge to help customers find the right fit.
- Meet and exceed sales goals by connecting performance and craftsmanship to customer needs.
- Keep displays fully stocked, clean, and organized to ensure every product looks its best.
- Accurately process transactions, returns, and inventory through the POS system.
- Participate in product training, in-store events, and new product launches.
- Offer meaningful feedback on customer preferences, common questions, and brand trends.
- Show up on time, work hard, and bring a positive, reliable attitude to the team every day.
What We’re Looking For
- 1 year of retail or customer service experience preferred — outdoor, hunting, or knife industry experience a bonus.
- A strong interest in knives, gear, and craftsmanship.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Tech comfortable — able to use POS systems and basic retail software.
- Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple customers at once.
- Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for long periods.
- Availability on weekends, holidays, and during product events.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay plus sales incentives.
- Employee discounts on MKC knives, apparel, and accessories.
- Opportunity to grow within a fast-growing brand that values skill, grit, and integrity.
- A team culture rooted in community, honesty, and pride in American craftsmanship.