Seasonal Retail Associate

Columbia Sportswear Company; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan with company match

Employee discounts

Wellness Time Off

Job summary

Columbia Sportswear Company is seeking a Retail Associate to deliver exceptional in-store experiences. You will assist customers with product questions, demonstrate merchandise, and drive sales while supporting store leadership in daily operations.

The role emphasizes strong customer interaction, problem-solving, and teamwork in a fast-paced retail environment. Eligible for benefits for temporary employees and discounts, with a minimum age of 16.

Qualifications

• No specific education required (High School Diploma or GED preferred).
• 2 or fewer years of experience in a position or specialization.
• Experience operating a Point of Sales (POS) system and other in-store systems.
• Must be 16 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by responding to questions about product features, benefits, and availability.
• Engage with customers to understand needs and preferences and make suitable product recommendations.
• Maintain store standards for visual merchandising, cleanliness, and safety; restock and retrieve merchandise as needed.
• Perform all cash register transactions (sales, returns, exchanges, loyalty program) accurately and efficiently.
• Contribute to store profitability by handling product flow and replenishment efficiently.

Skills

POS system

Customer service

Sales assistance

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Tools

In-store computerized 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.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• 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).


• 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.

YOU HAVE

• No specific education required (High School Diploma or GED preferred).


• 2 (or less) years of experience in a position or specialization.


• Skill operating a Point of Sales (POS) system, other in‑store computerized systems, and telephone.


• 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 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.

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.

Pay Range: $18.00 - $25.92 Expected Pay Range for Hire: $18.00 - $19.00. Newly hired employees typically are employed at the start rate for the specific store; however, previous experience will be considered.

• 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.

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.