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Retail Supervisor

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Columbia Sportswear Company

Columbia Sportswear Company

5,001-10,000 employees

Designs and sells outdoor apparel and gear

Consumer Goods

Junior, Mid

Lutz, FL, USA

Category
Supply Chain Management
Warehouse Operations
Operations & Logistics
Requirements
  • No specific education required (High School Diploma or GED preferred)
  • 2-5 years of experience in position or specialization
  • Skill operating Inventory and Point of Sales (POS) systems, and various other retail software tools.
  • Ability to use judgment to identify and resolve day-to-day technical and operational problems.
  • Effective communication skills; able to exchange ideas and information with the store leadership team, associates, and consumers.
Responsibilities
  • Oversees the day-to-day work of associate level staff; provides training, coaching, and direction to ensure associates complete tasks, process shipments, recover and replenish the sales floor, and serve consumers.
  • Ensures associates perform cash register transactions (e.g., sales, returns, and exchanges) efficiently and accurately and connects consumers to company loyalty programs and solicits feedback though consumer surveys.
  • Supervises and oversees assigned department of responsibility. Shares department needs and challenges with store leadership and helps create and execute action plans to resolve.
  • Collaborates with store leadership team to ensure accurate execution of procedures and compliance with company policies. Works to resolve any problems or errors.
  • Creates and maintains a store culture of teamwork; leads by example to high professional standards and demonstrates Columbia Sportswear Company values.
Columbia Sportswear Company

Columbia Sportswear Company

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Columbia Sportswear Company designs and sells a variety of outdoor clothing and gear, including jackets, shirts, pants, footwear, and accessories like hats and backpacks. Their products are aimed at outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and anyone with an active lifestyle, catering to men, women, and children. 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 its website and retail stores, which allows for a wide market reach. Columbia also engages customers with promotions and seasonal sales to encourage purchases. The goal of Columbia Sportswear is to provide high-quality outdoor apparel that meets the needs of active individuals.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$40K

Headquarters

Portland, Oregon

Founded

1938

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Recent investments from firms like Northwest Investment Counselors LLC and Inceptionr LLC indicate strong market confidence in Columbia's growth potential.
  • The hiring of Michael Minter as SOREL’s Vice President, Brand, brings experienced leadership to drive brand revitalization and growth.
  • Collaborations like the luxe line of camping gear with Kith highlight Columbia's ability to innovate and appeal to diverse customer segments.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive outdoor and sportswear market requires Columbia to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Dependence on seasonal sales and promotions could impact revenue stability if consumer spending patterns shift.

What makes Columbia Sportswear Company unique

  • Columbia Sportswear stands out with its innovative product offerings and strong brand reputation for quality and durability in the outdoor apparel market.
  • The company's multi-channel sales strategy, including direct-to-consumer sales via its website, retail stores, and partnerships with various retailers, ensures broad market reach and customer accessibility.
  • Frequent promotions and seasonal sales help Columbia attract and retain customers, setting it apart from competitors who may not offer such incentives.

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