United Sport & Cycle is seeking a permanent Full-Time Senior Hockey Sales & Category Buyer to join our team in our Goal Loft. Reporting to the Division 2 Manager, this position requires an advanced knowledge of all things Hockey but specifically specializing in goalie gear and experience, able to provide a high level of service that our customers have come to expect. The ideal candidate will also be working closely with our Merchandise Analyst to anticipate and create the annual category buying programs, product selections, new product line ideas and inventory analysis among other necessary tasks in ensuring United Sport & Cycle can consistently provide the products and services that best fit the needs of our customers.

Who YOU are:

- Have a proven track-record providing legendary customer service within a retail setting demonstrating an ability to resolve concerns and complains.
- Demonstrate experience in merchandising and have a keen eye for effective presentation, both instore and online.
- Are familiar with current and existing ice hockey goalie product lines that would be suitable for the variety of customers.
- Have experience in building long-term relationships with customers.
- Shown to promote a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
- Self-motivated to recognize and manage tasks, balance workload priorities, increase knowledge with current and upcoming product lines and advance skills as needed.
- Experienced in demonstrating leadership skills with the ability to communicate and execute department changes effectively.
- Can demonstrate a ‘Continuous Improvement’ mentality and brings forward ideas along with implementing as needed.
- Proven ability to work cooperatively on a team.
- Proficient with computers and POS/Inventory systems.
- 2 + years of retail sales experience, preferably in the sporting goods industry.
- 3+ years of previous/continuous experience as an ice hockey goalie.




- Supervisory experience is an asset.
- Experience with maintaining a business social media site is an asset.
- Direct experience with team sports is an asset.

Who WE are:
United Sport & Cycle is one of the largest independent sporting goods store in Western Canada. Since our beginnings in 1928, we’ve been family owned and operated in the heart of Old Strathcona. We’re a passionate & United Team that strives for excellence in everything we do!

Working at United Sport & Cycle isn’t just a “job”—it’s a place where you can mesh your passions with your livelihood and have fun playing together as a team in a work environment. It’s a place where you can talk sports and help create amazing memories for our loyal customers.

What we offer:

- Fun work environment
- Comprehensive training program
- Competitive wages
- An incredible staff purchase program.
- An exciting fast-paced environment
- A local entrepreneurial business that looks for career Team members.
- Opportunity for personal and professional development.
- A comprehensive Benefit Plan for FT employees

When applying we would love to hear what interests you the most in joining the Team United family.

We thank all applicants for considering United Sport & Cycle; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $20.00-$27.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Are you currently playing or coaching hockey?
- What interests you in joining our Goal Hockey team?
- How many years of experience do you have as a hockey goalie and in what is the highest level you have played?
- How many years of sales / customer service experience do you have? Do you have any leadership experience within a retail environment or similar field?

Work Location: In person

📌 Senior Goal Hockey Sales & Category Buyer (Edmonton)
🏢 United Sport & Cycle
📍 Edmonton