Part Time Retail Associate - PrAna

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, addressing customer inquiries and running an efficient checkout process, 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 Sportswear Company’s values to enhance customer service and teamwork.

• 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 consumers to the 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.

• No specific education required (High School Diploma or GED preferred).
• Up to 2 years of experience in a retail position or related specialization.
• Skill operating inventory and point of sales (POS) systems and various retail software tools.
• Minimum age 16 years or older.

Frequently in an active environment that requires constant movement and the ability to adjust/move items weighing up to 40 lbs, using specialized equipment, and exposure to dust and noise. Occasionally may need to work in a place. Must be able to communicate clearly with others and 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 availability.

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. The four primary brands—Columbia®, Mountain Hardwear®, SOREL®, and prAna®—complement each other to address the diverse needs of active consumers.

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. For more information: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Your Rights
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Pay range: $18.00 – $25.92. Expected pay range for new hires: $18.00 – $19.00. Newly hired employees typically begin at the start rate for the specific store; however, previous experience will be considered.

Benefits for part‑time employees include: a 401(k) plan with company match, employee assistance program (EAP) with confidential 24/7 counseling services, commuter benefits such as transit and parking reimbursement, wellness benefits, and employee discounts.