Seasonal Retail Associate

Columbia Sportswear Company; Veechdale (KY); Presencial; USD 17.000 - 22.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible schedules

Wellness time off

Employee discount

EAP benefits

Growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Columbia Sportswear Company is seeking a Retail Associate to join our stores. You will engage customers, help with product recommendations, and maintain eye-catching displays while supporting the store leadership team.

No formal education is required; 16+ with 2 years retail experience preferred. You will handle cash transactions, stocking, and provide excellent service in a fast-paced environment.

Formación

• No specific education required; high school diploma or GED preferred.
• 2 years or less experience in a retail position.
• 16 years of age or older.

Responsabilidades

• Provide exceptional customer service and respond to consumer questions.
• Maintain store standards for visual merchandising, cleanliness and safety.
• Perform cash register transactions efficiently and accurately.
• Support store profitability by handling product flow and stock

Conocimientos

Customer service

POS software

Inventory systems

Educación

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Herramientas

POS systems

Descripción del empleo

$14 per hour

Flexible work schedules with opportunities for advancement

Wellness time off to support your health and wellness journey

Employee dicount from all our brands including Columbia, Prana, Sorel, and Mountain Hardware

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) provide access to free mental health sevices, financial services, discounts on fitness programs, and more! Fun, engaging, energetic team focused on helping you grow!

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, 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.

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 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.

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company. 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. 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. 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. 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.