Retail Associate: Customer Experience & Visual Merchandiser

Columbia Sportswear Company; Woodburn (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Employee discounts

Wellness time off

Job summary

Columbia Sportswear Company is hiring for a Retail Associate to deliver brand-aligned service, help customers find the right products, and drive sales. You will engage shoppers, answer questions, and recommend merchandise while upholding store standards and safety.

You’ll work in a dynamic retail environment with flexible scheduling, gain experience with inventory and POS systems, and enjoy employee discounts.

Qualifications

• 2 or fewer years of experience in a position or specialization.
• 16 years of age or older.
• No strict education requirement; HS diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience operating POS systems and inventory software.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by answering questions and making product recommendations.
• Maintain store standards for visual merchandising, cleanliness, and safety.
• Execute cash register transactions accurately (sales, returns, exchanges, loyalty).
• Assist in merchandise flow and stock replenishment to support store profitability.

Skills

Customer service

Sales skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

POS systems

Inventory management software

Job description

Columbia Sportswear Company is hiring for a Retail Associate to deliver brand-aligned service, help customers find the right products, and drive sales. You will engage shoppers, answer questions, and recommend merchandise while upholding store standards and safety.

You’ll work in a dynamic retail environment with flexible scheduling, gain experience with inventory and POS systems, and enjoy employee discounts.