Adventure-Driven Retail Sales Associate (Part-Time)

VF Outdoor; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The North Face seeks a Sales Associate in Portland, OR to be the face of the brand, delivering energy, authenticity, and a customer-first mindset. You will engage customers, share product knowledge, and contribute to store success through sales, visuals, and operations.

Ideal candidates enjoy a fast-paced retail environment, can connect with people, and are passionate about delivering best-in-class service. This role supports a collaborative team and a strong customer experience.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of relevant experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Ability to genuinely engage with a diverse group of customers
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written
• Willingness to learn and share product and brand knowledge
• Proficient computer skills including basic retail systems
• Ability to stand and move throughout the store and lift light to moderate weight

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high level of personalized customer engagement.
• Build sales by maintaining a consumer-centric mindset and modeling selling behaviors.
• Share relevant product, brand, and community knowledge to enhance the customer experience.
• Achieve individual and team sales goals by utilizing available resources and tools.
• Assist in visual merchandising, product replenishment, and maintaining brand presentation standards.
• Perform cashier duties and support loss prevention initiatives as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and customer-ready store environment.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Model inclusive behavior that respects diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Skills

Customer engagement

Sales

Communication skills

Teamwork

Product knowledge

POS systems

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Job description

The North Face seeks a Sales Associate in Portland, OR to be the face of the brand, delivering energy, authenticity, and a customer-first mindset. You will engage customers, share product knowledge, and contribute to store success through sales, visuals, and operations.

Ideal candidates enjoy a fast-paced retail environment, can connect with people, and are passionate about delivering best-in-class service. This role supports a collaborative team and a strong customer experience.