Retail Stock Clerk - Full Time jobs in Portland, OR

OUTGROWN YOUR OWN BACKYARD? COME PLAY IN OURS.

At Columbia, we’re as passionate about the outdoors as you are. And while our gear is available worldwide, we’re proud to be based in the Pacific Northwest, where natural wonders are our playground.

Every product we make and every task we undertake is inspired by the famous words of our founder Gert Boyle: “It’s perfect. Now make it better.” As pioneers of relentless improvement, we are constantly evolving.

We believe the outdoors is ours to protect and strive to keep our planet healthy. We believe in empowering people to experience the outdoors to the fullest.

And we believe in you.

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 to addressing customer inquiries to running an efficient check out process, our associates create memorable customer experiences while simultaneously assisting the Store Leadership team support Columbia Sportswear Company’s mission of Connecting Active People with Their Passions.

As a Stock Associate you’re crucial to in-store operations. In this role, you’ll support efficient shipping and receiving functions to ensure organization of merchandise and sales floor product availability while supporting Columbia Sportwear Companies values to enhance customer service and teamwork.

Portland Employee Store (14100 NW Science Park Dr., Portland, OR 97229)

• $16 per hour
• Open Overnight Availability (10p-6:30a) required
• Health, Dental, Vision Benefits
• 401K and Financial Planning
• Health/Wellness Discounts to local Gyms
• Various Travel/Commuting Benefits
• Employees can purchase from our portfolio of brands at discounted prices.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Contribute to store profitability by accurately and efficiently processing inventory product flow (e.g., receiving, handling, etc.) while maintaining organization and cleanliness of shipping areas and stock room.
• Replenish stock to the sales floor as needed; supporting the customer experience by ensuring products are accessible, available, sized and filled in.
• Acquire knowledge about product, store procedures, protocols and programs to support day-to-day operations.
• Provide exceptional customer service by responding to consumer questions or issues regarding product feature, benefits and availability; engages with consumers to understand their needs and preferences related to merchandise (i.e., assisting with final purchase decisions).

YOU HAVE

• No specific education required (High School Diploma or GED preferred)
• 2 (or less) years of experience in position or specialization
• Skill operating a Point of Sales (POS) system, other in-store computerized systems, and telephone

JOB CONDITIONS

• Frequently in a more active environment (i.e., requires ability to constantly move about) that can be physical or strenuous in nature (frequently adjusting/moving items weighing up to 40 lbs.), may frequently use specialized equipment, may have exposure to dust and noise
• Occasionally requires the ability to work in place
• Ability to clearly communicate with others
• Availability to work a flexible, often changing retail schedule to support needs of the business which may change seasonally and in response to business trends or forecasts

Columbia Sportswear Company and our portfolio of brands, including Columbia, SOREL, Mountain Hardwear and prAna, know a thing or two about adventures. After all, we've been on one since 1938, working to perfect the art of enjoying the outdoors. Behind everything we make is an employee who's found that the greatest adventure starts with joining a company that strives to do the right thing.

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.

At Columbia Sportswear Company (CSC), we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. CSC believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.