Sporting Goods Manager Job at Big Ray's, Fairbanks, AK

  • Big Ray's
  • Fairbanks, AK

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

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Since 1947, Big Ray’s has been locally owned and proudly Alaskan, with locations in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Kodiak. Our people live, work, and play here, bringing real experience and passion to everything we do.

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We’re known for exceptional customer service and for helping people get the right gear for all that Alaska has to offer. Being part of Big Ray’s means joining a business with deep local roots, a reputation built over decades, and a culture that values expertise, authenticity, and a true connection to Alaska.

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At Big Ray’s, we are proud to have been outfitting Alaskans for over 75 years. In a retail landscape that is constantly changing, our Core Values have never wavered.

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Our Core Values:

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  • Excellent Customer Service
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  • Integrity
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  • Innovation
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  • Teamwork & Collaboration
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  • Respect
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Job Description

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Big Ray’s is seeking a Sporting Goods Manager to lead our department in a dynamic, hybrid capacity. This role serves as a critical link between daily retail operations and strategic procurement, working in close partnership with our buying team. You will take full ownership of departmental performance—driving sales, elevating the customer experience, and maintaining excellence in merchandising and freight flow.

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Beyond the sales floor, you will be responsible for operational integrity, ensuring 100% inventory accuracy and strict adherence to ATF/FFL regulatory standards. As a technical expert with a passion for the Alaskan outdoors, you will act as a brand ambassador, ensuring Big Ray’s consistently meets the unique needs of our local community.

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This position is non-supervisory, reporting to the Store Manager(s) & Senior Buyer. This position requires frequent standing, walking, use of stairs, speaking and hearing.

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Qualifications

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  • High school diploma or GED.
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  • Two years of experience in retail, sporting goods, business, or related industry.
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  • Knowledgeable about hunting/fishing/outdoors in Alaska
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  • Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service.
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  • Demonstrated ability to stage products and market the merchandise.
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  • Above average skills in money management/budgeting.
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  • Above average skills in planning and organizing.
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  • Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
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  • Basic computer skills and digital communication: Outlook, Teams, Excel.
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Preferred Qualifications

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  • Experience managing a firearms department, including ATF compliance and FFL regulation
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Benefits and Compensation

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We offer a competitive wage ranging from $23-$26 per hour depending on experience, paid holidays, a 401(k) option, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and employee discount.

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Big Ray’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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To apply, submit your application online at:

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Local area

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