Retail Associate – 24h Store (ECI Sanchinarro)

About the role

Columbia Sportswear Company is hiring a retail associate for its 24-hour store at ECI Sanchinarro in Madrid. With more than 430 retail stores worldwide, the company relies on associates who act as brand ambassadors, ensuring product availability, attractive displays, good customer service and an efficient checkout. The role also supports the store leadership team.

Key responsibilities

• Answer customer questions about product features, benefits and availability, and recommend suitable products
• Maintain visual merchandising, cleanliness and safety standards, and restock the sales floor
• Process cash register transactions such as sales, returns and exchanges, and link customers to the loyalty programme
• Receive, handle, replenish and process incoming and outgoing goods accurately and efficiently

Required profile

• No specific education required; high school diploma or GED preferred
• 2 years or less of experience in a position or specialization
• Age 16 or older
• Able to move around actively and lift items up to 40 lbs, with occasional exposure to dust and noise
• Clear communication with others and a flexible schedule, which may vary seasonally

Required skills

• Operating inventory and point-of-sale (POS) systems
• Other retail software tools

Expected pay is €1,217.41 for full-time positions; new hires are usually paid the hiring rate of the specific store, and prior experience is taken into account.