Retail Associate – 35h Substitution Shift

About the role

Columbia Sportswear Company is hiring a retail associate in Málaga for a 35-hour substitution shift. With more than 430 stores worldwide, its associates act as brand ambassadors, helping customers find products, keeping the store tidy and running an efficient checkout. The role suits someone who enjoys answering customer questions and making product recommendations.

Key responsibilities

• Answer customer questions about product features, benefits and availability, and suggest suitable options
• 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 product flow

Required profile

• No specific education required; high school diploma or GED preferred
• 2 years or less of experience in a position or specialization
• 16 years of age or older
• Ability 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 €1,363.91 for full-time positions; new hires are usually paid the hiring rate of the specific store, and prior experience is taken into account.