ABOUT THE POSITIONWith 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 support Columbia Sportswear Company's mission of "Connecting Active People with Their Passions." As a Retail Associate you'll serve as a brand ambassador and ensure exceptional in-store experiences through positive customer interaction.HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCEProvide 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 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 HAVENo specific education required (High School Diploma or GED preferred)2 (or less) years of experience in position or specializationSkill operating a Point of Sales (POS) system, other in-store computerized systems, and telephone.JOB CONDITIONSFrequently in a more active environment (i.E., requires ability to constantly move about) that can be physical or strenuous in nature (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 clearly communicate 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr