Columbia Sportwear has opened a new store in Whistler Village and looking for part time Retail Sales Associates to join the team.

With over 430 retail stores worldwide, Columbia Sportwear associates are essential to the 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. 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.”

ABOUT THE ROLE:
> Location: Whistler, BC
> Type of Employment: Part time
> Schedule: Flexible
> Wage: starting at $18.10 per hour
> Perks & Benefits: uniform allowance, employee discounts
For more information and to apply: https://www.whistler-jobs.com/job/retail-sales-associate-4

THE PERFECT CANDIDATE:
> 2 (or less) years of experience in a position or specialization.
> No specific education required (High School Diploma or GED preferred)
> Skill operating Inventory and Point of Sales (POS) systems, and various other retail software tools.
> Ability to communicate clearly with others.
For more information and to apply: https://www.whistler-jobs.com/job/retail-sales-associate-4

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
> 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.
For more information and to apply: https://www.whistler-jobs.com/job/retail-sales-associate-4

ABOUT THE COMPANY:
Columbia Sportswear Canada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local law. Columbia Sportswear Canada provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodations to complete an application, please contact Human Resources CA_HRColumbia@columbia.com or call 519-644-5000 and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs.

At Columbia Sportswear Company, we’re proud to offer part-time employees services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. This includes an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which offers free wellness benefits and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. Employee discounts are also available.

FOR MORE JOB DETAILS & TO APPLY:
VISIT: https://www.whistler-jobs.com/job/retail-sales-associate-4

ABOUT WHISTLER & SQUAMISH PERSONNEL:
We are helping this business recruit and/or interview for this position.  Our career matching and consulting services are confidential and FREE to job seekers – with no strings or commitments required. Unfortunately we are unable to assist out of country candidates who do not have a valid work permit for Canada.