Retail Associate

Job Opportunity at Columbia Sportswear Company

About the Position : $15.00 per hour. Hiring 16+ years old. Flexible work schedules with opportunities for advancement. Take advantage of our holiday pay program! Holiday Appreciation Bonus - 7% of earnings for hours worked from Nov 17-Dec 28 (US). Employee Discounts from all our brands which include Columbia, prAna, Sorel, and Mountain Hardwear. Wellness time off to support your health and wellness journey. Fun, engaging, energetic team focused on helping you grow!

How You'll Make a Difference : Provide exceptional customer service by responding to consumer questions or issues regarding product features, benefits, and availability; engage with consumers to understand their needs and preferences (e.g., demonstrate and explain merchandise, make suggestions on suitable options for consumers, etc.). Maintain store standards for visual merchandising, cleanliness, and safety; retrieve merchandise from the sales floor, stock room, or other inventory locations. Perform all required cash register transactions (e.g., sales, returns, exchanges, connecting consumer to loyalty program) efficiently and accurately. Contribute to store profitability by receiving, handling, replenishing, and processing incoming and outgoing product flow in the stores accurately and efficiently.

You Have : No specific education required (High School Diploma or GED preferred). 2 (or less) years of experience in a position or specialization. Skill operating Inventory and Point of Sales (POS) systems, and various other retail software tools. 16 years of age or older.

Job Conditions : Frequently in an active environment (i.e., requires the ability to constantly move about) that can be physical or strenuous (frequently adjusting / moving items weighing up to 40 lbs.), may frequently use specialized equipment, may have exposure to dust and noise. Occasionally requires the ability to work in a place. Ability to communicate clearly with others. Availability to work a flexible retail schedule, which may change seasonally and in response to location-specific business trends or forecasts. All local, state, and federal laws are adhered to when evaluating your availability.

Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Pay Range : $15.00 - $21.60 Expected Pay Range for Hire : $15.00 - $16.00

• Newly hired employees typically are employed at the start rate for the specific store; however, previous experience will be considered.