of the Position
The Sales Associate plays a vital role in our retail team,assistingstore leadership in creating exceptional brand and guest experiences, driving store sales, and fostering a welcoming environment. They followprAna'smarketing and promotional strategies to increase sales and grow our customer base whilemaintaininghigh store standards.Strong communicationwith management and teammates is key to success in this role.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Provide helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly service in person, over the phone, or through digital channels, followingprAna’sservice standards.
Greet guests warmly and create an engaging, educational shopping experience.
Assistguests in finding merchandise and make thoughtful product recommendations to enhance their experience and maximize store sales.
Handle special orders, exchanges, returns, and in-store purchases from prAna.com.
Accurately and efficiently process sales transactions using the prAna POS system.
Developexpertisein the prAna product line through training and enthusiastically educate customers about our apparel and accessories.
Support inventory cycle counts, order processing, and stockroom organization.
Helpmaintaina clean and organized store byassistingwith regular tasks such as cleaning windows, sweeping floors, and dusting surfaces.
Follow inventory control and loss prevention procedures.
Contribute to merchandising, floor resets, and visual directives to enhancethe customerexperience.
Always adhere to all safety and security protocols
Share ideas and input for store and region-specific events that amplifyprAna’svoice in the outdoor world.
Education,Experienceand TimeRequirements
Retail sales or customer service experience in specialty retail, activewear, or outdoor apparel is a plus.
Passion for outdoor activities, especially those that reflect the prAna brand’s focus on an active California lifestyle—such as hiking, climbing and yoga—while embracing all forms of outdoor adventure.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Mustbe at least 18 years old.
Flexible availability to adapt to changing business needs and schedules.
Physical Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonableaccommodationmay be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilitiestoperform essential job functions.
Occasionally requirestheability to remain stationary.
Constantly requiresabilityto move about the store, communicate with others (customers / co-workers) to exchange information.
Frequentlyrequiresabilitytoliftmove items weighing up to 40lbs.
Detailed physical requirements document on file.
What’sInItForYou
Life/WorkBalance– We prioritize flexibility in work schedules because we believe that balance is essential.
Generous product discountson prAna and Columbia Sportswear family of brands: Columbia, Mountain Hardwear, and SOREL
Store creditto purchaseproductevery 6 months.
Eligibilityto participatein the prAna Retail Quarterly Bonus Plan.
Opportunities for growth and developmentwithin prAna’sretail team.
Employee Conduct
It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with co-workers, customers,and vendors.
This job description outlines the general scope and function of the position but may change based on business needs.
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.
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. https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.Pay Range: $17.00 - $24.48Expected Pay Range for Hire: $17.00 - $18.00*Newly hired employees typically are employed at the start rate for the specific store; however, previous experience will be considered.At Columbia Sportswear Company, we’re proud to offer part-time employees benefits that include a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Benefits that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. There are commuter benefits such as transit and parking reimbursement programs. We have wellness benefits and employee discounts available.
Columbia will continue to accept applications until
09/01/2026If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.

Based in Portland, Oregon, Columbia Sportswear Company (NASDAQ: COLM) is a global outdoor brand that crafts active lifestyle gear fortified with industry-leading technologies and tested in our backyard. Our apparel, footwear, and accessories reflect our Pacific Northwest heritage and indomitable spirit.
Over the last 80 years, Columbia and our family of brands, Sorel, prAna, and Mountain Hardwear, have grown to over 10,000 employees and proudly sell products in over 100 countries.
At Columbia, we're as passionate about the outdoors as you are. And while our gear is available around the world, we're proud to be based in the Pacific Northwest where the lush forests, snow-covered mountains, rugged coastline, and wide-open spaces serve as our playground. This is where we hike, fish, hunt, camp, climb, shred, paddle, golf, run, and just enjoy the fresh air with friends.
We hope to see you out there.
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