Seasonal Retail Associate

Columbia Sportswear Company

. Provide exceptional customer service by responding to consumer questions about product features, benefits, and availability .

Posted 9/21/2026part-timeMichigan City • Michigan • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $13 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong customer service skills by effectively engaging with consumers and providing product knowledge. Proficient in operating Point of Sale (POS) systems and managing inventory flow in a retail environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Customer ServicePoint Of Sale (POS) SystemsInventory ManagementVisual MerchandisingCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Inventory ManagementPoint Of Sale (POS) SystemsCash Register TransactionsProduct Flow ProcessingVisual Merchandising

Soft Skills

Customer EngagementClear CommunicationFlexibility

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

RetailBrand AmbassadorConsumer NeedsSales TransactionsStore Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide exceptional customer service by responding to consumer questions about product features, benefits, and availability
Engage with consumers to understand their needs and preferences
Demonstrate and explain merchandise and suggest suitable options
Maintain store standards for visual merchandising, cleanliness, and safety
Retrieve merchandise from the sales floor, stock room, or other inventory locations
Perform cash register transactions, including sales, returns, exchanges, and loyalty program connections
Receive, handle, replenish, and process incoming and outgoing product flow accurately and efficiently
Support the Store Leadership team and contribute to Columbia Sportswear Company’s mission of connecting active people with their passions
Serve as a brand ambassador and create exceptional in-store experiences

Requirements

What you’ll need

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 other retail software tools
Must be 16 years of age or older
Ability to communicate clearly with others
Availability to work a flexible retail schedule that may change seasonally and according to location-specific business trends or forecasts
Ability to frequently move about in an active environment and adjust/move items weighing up to 40 lbs.
Ability to work in a place occasionally
Temporary employees must be age 18 and have worked 1,000 hours to be eligible for the 401(k) plan and company match

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work schedules with opportunities for advancement
Wellness time off to support your health and wellness journey
Employee discounts from all Columbia, prAna, Sorel, and Mountain Hardwear brands
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), including free mental health services, financial services, fitness program discounts, and more
401(k) plan with a generous company match for eligible temporary employees
Employee discounts
Wellness Time Off complying with applicable state and local paid leave laws