Part-Time Retail Sales Associate – Customer Experience

Columbia Sportswear Company; Kingston; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Columbia Sportswear Company in Kingston, Ontario, is seeking a part-time Retail Associate to deliver outstanding customer service and drive sales at our store. You will assist shoppers, demonstrate merchandise, and manage checkout while keeping the store clean and organized.

The role requires strong communication, a willingness to work a flexible retail schedule, and basic POS software knowledge. Canadian retail experience is a plus, with employee discounts and EAP benefits included.

Qualifications

• No specific education required; High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Up to 2 years of experience in a retail or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Respond to consumer questions and issues about product features, benefits, and availability.
• Demonstrate and explain merchandise; make suitable recommendations to customers.
• Perform cash register transactions (sales, returns, exchanges) accurately.
• Maintain store standards for visual merchandising, cleanliness, and safety and assist with stock movements.

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Teamwork

Sales abilities

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Tools

POS systems

Retail software

Job description

Columbia Sportswear Company in Kingston, Ontario, is seeking a part-time Retail Associate to deliver outstanding customer service and drive sales at our store. You will assist shoppers, demonstrate merchandise, and manage checkout while keeping the store clean and organized.

The role requires strong communication, a willingness to work a flexible retail schedule, and basic POS software knowledge. Canadian retail experience is a plus, with employee discounts and EAP benefits included.