Retail Sales Associate, University Village

Brooks Running; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 29,342 - 39,289; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Transportation assistance

Annual bonus

Paid time off: three paid holidays, S/

Perks: product discounts and giveaways

employee recognition

fitness discounts

Job summary

Brooks Running in Seattle seeks a part-time Retail Sales Associate to deliver premium shopping experiences, share product knowledge, and help customers feel welcome and confident in their choices.

You will support store operations, merchandising, stocking, cashiering, and be a Brooks brand ambassador who makes every visit the best part of a customer’s day.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of relevant retail experience preferred
• Availability to work two to three shifts a week, including evenings and weekends
• Moderate computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new computer programs
• Accurate POS and inventory counting abilities
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods
• Excellent interpersonal skills that inspire and build trust resulting in effective working relationships across the company and with customers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrating effective listening through concise, clear verbal and written communication
• Keen attention to detail in executing tasks while understanding broader store and business needs
• Passionate participation in Brooks’ sports activities a plus, overridden by the ability to understand and empathize with the runner in order to develop loyal, engaging relationships with our customers and the Brooks community
• Embraces and lives the Brooks values!

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, inclusive, energetic, and fun environment that elevates the Brooks brand; from greeting to checkout.
• Deliver premium personalized customer service through active listening, behavioral awareness, storytelling, and expert product education for customers of all athletic abilities.
• Develop a strong understanding of runners and those aspiring to be active, to build authentic relationships with our customers.
• Guide customers in selecting the right footwear, apparel, and accessories; support fitting and gait analysis service as trained.
• Recognize appropriate opportunities to understand and solve for secondary customer needs.
• Stay up to date on all product technologies, features, and benefits.
• Be a fit expert by becoming proficient in the Brooks fit process for footwear, apparel, and bras.
• Maintain readiness through daily merchandising, cleaning (including floors, bathrooms, etc.), organization, and sales floor stock replenishment.
• Participate in inventory processes, including receiving, counting, and stocking back‑of‑house inventory.
• Accurately perform POS transactions.
• Support store events and activations as needed.
• Communicate effectively with store leadership and teammates to support store goals.
• Demonstrate regular, dependable attendance and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned by store leadership.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Strong communication

POS proficiency

Lifting ability

Team player

Tools

POS system

Job description

Who We Are

At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. That’s why we’re driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive — whether it’s a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line.

Company Values

• Runner First – we act in the best interest of the runner
• Word is Bond – we do what we say we’ll do
• Champion Heart – we give our all in everything we do
• There is no “I” in Run – we stay generous with our humanity
• Keep Moving – we find ways to move every day, because joy is kinetic

Your Job

As a Retail Sales Associate at Brooks, you play a critical role in delivering the premium shopping experience retail customers expect. You bring energy, product knowledge, and outstanding service to every interaction – helping retail customers feel welcome, supported, and confident in their product selections. You support retail store operations through merchandising, stocking, cashiering, and maintaining an organized retail sales floor. You are a storyteller, problem solver, and brand ambassador that helps make every visit the best part of the customer’s day.

Your Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, inclusive, energetic, and fun environment that elevates the Brooks brand; from greeting to checkout.
• Deliver premium personalized customer service through active listening, behavioral awareness, storytelling, and expert product education for customers of all athletic abilities.
• Develop a strong understanding of runners and those aspiring to be active, to build authentic relationships with our customers.
• Guide customers in selecting the right footwear, apparel, and accessories; support fitting and gait analysis service as trained.
• Recognize appropriate opportunities to understand and solve for secondary customer needs.
• Stay up to date on all product technologies, features, and benefits.
• Be a fit expert by becoming proficient in the Brooks fit process for footwear, apparel, and bras.
• Maintain readiness through daily merchandising, cleaning (including floors, bathrooms, etc.), organization, and sales floor stock replenishment.
• Participate in inventory processes, including receiving, counting, and stocking back‑of‑house inventory.
• Accurately perform POS transactions.
• Support store events and activations as needed.
• Communicate effectively with store leadership and teammates to support store goals.
• Demonstrate regular, dependable attendance and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned by store leadership.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of relevant retail experience preferred
• Availability to work two to three shifts a week, including evenings and weekends
• Moderate computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new computer programs
• Accurate POS and inventory counting abilities
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods
• Excellent interpersonal skills that inspire and build trust resulting in effective working relationships across the company and with customers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrating effective listening through concise, clear verbal and written communication
• Keen attention to detail in executing tasks while understanding broader store and business needs
• Passionate participation in Brooks’ sports activities a plus, overridden by the ability to understand and empathize with the runner in order to develop loyal, engaging relationships with our customers and the Brooks community
• Embraces and lives the Brooks values!

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $21.30 - $28.52 per hour. Base pay offered will vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits

• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
• Transportation assistance
• Annual bonus based on company performance
• Paid time off: three paid holidays, paid sick leave; part‑time employees working more than 20 hours per week accrue PTO and parental leave
• Perks: product discounts and giveaways, employee recognition, fitness discounts

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Brooks is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, two‑spirit identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, the presence of a physical, mental, or sensory disability, marital status, pregnancy, caste, citizenship or immigration status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, or any non‑merit‑based factor.