Retail Supervisor at Columbia Sportswear Company

Irvine, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Retail, Apparel, SportswearIndustries

Requirements

No specific education required (High School Diploma or GED preferred)
2 (or less) years of experience in a position or specialization
Strong interpersonal communication skills and experience engaging consumers and selling merchandise
Skill operating Inventory and Point of Sales (POS) systems, and various other retail software tools
18 years of age or older

Responsibilities

Engages consumers in personalized conversation to understand their needs and preferences
Leverages product knowledge to make product recommendations and answer consumer questions
Use selling techniques and product features and benefits to influence buying decisions
Acts as a Brand Ambassador, sharing the Columbia Sportswear Brand story and embodying Company values to enhance the consumer experience
Merchandises products and tells compelling product stories that will influence consumer buying decisions
Restocks and maintains sales floor standards to ensure full product presentations and product accessibility
Performs required cash register transactions (e.g., sales, returns, and exchanges) efficiently and accurately; engages consumer throughout the transaction and connects them to the company loyalty programs
Contributes to store inventory accuracy by receiving and processing incoming and outgoing products accurately and efficiently
Acquires necessary knowledge of store policies, procedures, and programs to execute day-to-day operations
Ability to communicate clearly with others
Availability to work a flexible retail schedule

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Retail SalesCustomer ServiceProduct KnowledgeVisual MerchandisingCheckout OperationsBrand AmbassadorSales Floor Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this Retail Supervisor position?

Benefits include a Quarterly Bonus Program, Comprehensive Medical with FSA/HSA options, Dental, Vision, Well-being plans, 401(k) with company matching, Paid Time Off, Floating Holidays, quarterly health and fitness reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, paid DEI and Volunteer Hours, Tuition Assistance, learning/development courses, and employee discounts on brands like Columbia and prAna.

Is this Retail Supervisor role remote or on-site?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills are needed for the Retail Supervisor position?

Key skills include engaging consumers in personalized conversations, leveraging product knowledge for recommendations, using selling techniques to influence buying decisions, acting as a Brand Ambassador, merchandising products, performing cash register transactions efficiently, and contributing to store inventory accuracy.

What is the company culture like at Columbia Sportswear Company?

The culture emphasizes creating memorable customer experiences, acting as Brand Ambassadors, embodying company values, supporting the mission of 'Connecting Active People with Their Passions,' community impact through DEI and volunteer hours, and providing growth opportunities.

What makes a strong candidate for this Retail Supervisor role?

Strong candidates engage consumers personally, demonstrate product knowledge and selling skills, maintain sales floor standards, handle transactions efficiently, ensure inventory accuracy, and align with the company's mission and values; no specific education is required.

Columbia Sportswear Company

Designs and sells outdoor apparel and gear

About Columbia Sportswear Company

Columbia Sportswear Company designs and sells a variety of outdoor clothing and gear, including jackets, shirts, pants, shorts, footwear, and accessories like hats and backpacks. Their products are aimed at outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, campers, and active individuals of all ages. Columbia's products are known for their quality and durability, setting them apart from competitors in the outdoor apparel market. The company operates through a direct-to-consumer model, selling via their website, retail stores, and partnerships with other retailers, which helps them reach a wide audience. Their goal is to provide high-quality outdoor gear that enhances the experience of those who enjoy outdoor activities.

Portland, OregonHeadquarters

1938Year Founded

$40KTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer GoodsIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees