Seasonal Part Time Retail Associate

Columbia Sportswear Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness time off

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Columbia Sportswear Company is hiring a Seasonal Part-time Retail Associate to deliver outstanding customer service and drive store performance in a fast-paced environment. You will help customers, demonstrate products, and maintain store standards, while processing transactions and supporting inventory control.

The role emphasizes teamwork, flexibility, and the ability to adapt to seasonal demand, with opportunities for advancement and staff discounts across Columbia brands.

Qualifications

• No specific education required (HS Diploma or GED preferred).
• 2 years or less experience in a related role.
• Experience operating inventory and POS systems and other retail software tools.
• 16 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by answering questions and making product recommendations.
• Maintain store standards for visual merchandising, cleanliness, and safety; stock and retrieve merchandise as needed.
• Perform all cash register transactions accurately (sales, returns, exchanges, loyalty connections).
• Contribute to store profitability by handling product flow and replenishment.

Skills

Customer service

POS systems

Retail software

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Inventory systems

Job description

ABOUT THE POSITION

With over 430 retail stores worldwide, our associates are essential to our business. From ensuring product availability on the sales floor to creating eye-catching visual displays to addressing customer inquiries to running an efficient checkout process, our associates create memorable customer experiences while simultaneously assisting the Store Leadership team in supporting Columbia Sportswear Company’s mission of "Connecting Active People with Their Passions." As a Retail Associate, you serve as a brand ambassador and ensure exceptional in-store experiences through positive customer interaction. Within this role, you will employ your natural problem-solving and sales abilities to answer customer questions and make compelling product recommendations while supporting Columbia Sportwear Companies' values to enhance customer service and teamwork.

POSITION DETAILS

Seasonal Part-time Hourly Retail Associate RSR101 (RSR102/RSR108 PDX ES ONLY)

$17.00 per hour

Hiring 16 + years old

Flexible work schedules with opportunities for advancement.

BENEFITS

• Wellness time off to support your health and wellness journey
• Employee Discounts from all our brands including Columbia, prAna, Sorel, and Mountain Hardwear
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) provide access to free mental health services, financial services, discounts on fitness programs, and more!
• Fun, engaging, energetic team focused on helping you grow!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide exceptional customer service by responding to consumer questions or issues regarding product features, benefits, and availability; engage with consumers to understand their needs and preferences (e.g., demonstrate and explain merchandise, make suggestions on suitable options for consumers, etc.).
• Maintain store standards for visual merchandising, cleanliness, and safety; retrieve merchandise from the sales floor, stock room, or other inventory locations.
• Perform all required cash register transactions (e.g., sales, returns, exchanges, connecting consumer to loyalty program) efficiently and accurately.
• Contribute to store profitability by receiving, handling, replenishing, and processing incoming and outgoing product flow in the stores accurately and efficiently.

QUALIFICATIONS

• No specific education required (High School Diploma or GED preferred).
• 2 (or less) years of experience in a position or specialization.
• Skill operating Inventory and Point of Sales (POS) systems, and various other retail software tools.
• 16 years of age or older.

JOB CONDITIONS

• Frequently in an active environment (i.e., requires the ability to constantly move about) that can be physical or strenuous (frequently adjusting/moving items weighing up to 40 lbs.)
• May frequently use specialized equipment, may have exposure to dust and noise.
• Occasionally requires the ability to work in a place.
• Ability to communicate clearly with others.
• Availability to work a flexible retail schedule, which may change seasonally and in response to location-specific business trends or forecasts.
• All local, state, and federal laws are adhered to when evaluating your availability.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.

CONTACT FOR ACCOMMODATION

If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to [e-mail] with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.

PAY RANGE

Pay Range: $17.00 - $24.48

Expected Pay Range for Hire: $17.00 - $18.00 *Newly hired employees typically are employed at the start rate for the specific store; however, previous experience will be considered.

TEMPORARY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• At Columbia Sportswear Company, we're proud to offer temporary employees benefits that can protect your family's financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match.
• Employees must be age 18 and have worked 1,000 hours.
• We also offer generous employee discounts.
• Temporary employees are eligible for Wellness Time Off, which complies with all applicable state and local paid leave laws.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Founded in 1938, Columbia Sportswear Company is a global leader in designing, sourcing, marketing, and distributing outdoor and active lifestyle apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment. Our four primary brands - Columbia®, Mountain Hardwear®, SOREL® and prAna® - complement each other to address the diverse needs of active consumers and their products have gained an international reputation for their innovation, quality and performance. Learn more about our family of brands here.