Part-Time Retail Sales Associate

Fjallraven; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 22,386 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP/DPSP program

Product discounts

Sustainability commitment

Job summary

Fjällräven in Calgary is seeking a Retail Sales Associate to welcome guests and guide them toward the right outdoor gear. You’ll help guests feel at home, share product knowledge, and contribute to a friendly, responsible team. This role emphasizes sustainable practices and building community connections.

Join Fjällräven to deliver exceptional guest experiences, participate in training, and support daily operations in a fast-paced retail environment that values quality and the outdoors.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-facing roles preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for sustainability and outdoors.
• Reliable and proactive with point-of-sale systems.
• Willingness to learn store operations.

Responsibilities

• Listen, educate, and help guests find the right gear for their needs.
• Ask thoughtful questions and connect with guests to build trust.
• Support sales and guest decisions for confident purchases.
• Assist with daily operations: cash handling, restocking, keeping the floor inviting.
• Follow safety and loss prevention practices.
• Collaborate with teammates and participate in training.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Sustainability

Teamwork

Learning mindset

Tools

POS systems

Retail cash handling

Job description

Store Location: Calgary, AB

Compensation: $16.25-$18.00 per hour (dependent on experience) Part-Time

Do you enjoy connecting with others and helping them feel confident and prepared for their next outdoor adventure? Are you energized by meaningful conversations, sustainable values, and gear designed to last?

At Fjällräven, we believe nature is for everyone. Our stores are places where curiosity, quality, and community come together. As a Retail Sales Associate, you'll be the welcoming face of our mission, helping every guest feel at home, inspired, and ready to explore the outdoors with confidence.

Come walk with us.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Deliver Exceptional Guest Experiences

• Use our GUIDE service program to listen, educate, and help guests find the right gear for their needs
• Build trust through thoughtful questions, product knowledge, and genuine connection

Drive Sales & Support Store Operations

• Support sales and conversion by helping guests make confident purchasing decisions
• Assist with daily operations including cash handling, restocking, and maintaining a clean, inviting sales floor
• Follow safety, security, and loss prevention practices

Be Part of a Collaborative Team

• Work closely with teammates to create a supportive, welcoming environment
• Participate in training to stay current on products, fit, and service expectations

Live the Brand & Sustainability Mission

• Represent Fjällräven's values in every interaction
• Educate guests on sustainability initiatives like the Arctic Fox Initiative and Down Promise
• Participate in local events and community activations when possible

WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT FIT

You don't need to summit Everest, but you do enjoy helping others explore, learn, and feel good about their choices. You're dependable, curious, and comfortable in a guest-facing environment. You bring enthusiasm, empathy, and a team-first mindset.

You bring:

• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• A track record of providing thoughtful, people-centered customer service
• Passion for sustainability and the outdoors
• Reliability and a proactive approach to work
• Willingness to learn point-of-sale systems and retail operations
• Enthusiasm for working in a collaborative, values-driven team

Preferred (but not required):

• Previous experience in retail, customer service, or a fast-paced guest-facing role

WHAT WE OFFER

• RRSP/DPSP program
• Product discounts and access to Fjällräven outdoor events
• A commitment to sustainability, quality products, and responsible business practices

ABOUT US

Founded in Sweden in 1960, Fjallraven creates premium outdoor gear rooted in sustainability, durability, and respect for nature. Our mission is to inspire more people to walk with nature through high-quality products and meaningful experiences.

Fenix Outdoor is committed to continually striving to create and promote a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities. Our goal is to create a safe, fair and friendly work environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive.