Seasonal Retail Associate - Flexible Hours + Wellness Perks

Columbia Sportswear Company; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts across brands (Cola

Wellness time off

EAP benefits

401k with company match

Job summary

Columbia Sportswear Company in Asheville, NC is seeking a Retail Associate to join our store. You will engage customers, answer questions, recommend products, and complete sales at the register with accuracy and a friendly attitude.

You will uphold visual standards, stock shelves, assist with merchandising, and support store leadership to deliver memorable shopping experiences. No formal education required; 16+ age to apply; opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

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

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.
• As a Retail Associate, you serve as a brand ambassador and ensure exceptional in-store experiences through positive customer interaction.

Skills

Inventory and POS systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Retail software tools

Job description

Columbia Sportswear Company in Asheville, NC is seeking a Retail Associate to join our store. You will engage customers, answer questions, recommend products, and complete sales at the register with accuracy and a friendly attitude.

You will uphold visual standards, stock shelves, assist with merchandising, and support store leadership to deliver memorable shopping experiences. No formal education required; 16+ age to apply; opportunities for advancement.