Part-Time
Retail Sales Associate
Columbia Sportswear Company
1,001-5,000 employees
Direct-to-consumer outdoor apparel and gear
Compensation Overview
$15.50/hr
Glendale, AZ, USA
In Person
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- At least 16 years of age.
- Two or fewer years of experience in a position or specialization.
- Skill operating inventory and point-of-sale systems and other retail software tools.
- Ability to move frequently in an active environment and adjust or move items weighing up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to communicate clearly with others.
- Availability to work a flexible retail schedule that may change seasonally and in response to location-specific business trends or forecasts.
- Provide exceptional customer service by responding to consumer questions or issues regarding product features, benefits, and availability; engage with consumers to understand their needs and preferences, demonstrate and explain merchandise, and suggest suitable options.
- Maintain store standards for visual merchandising, cleanliness, and safety; retrieve merchandise from the sales floor, stock room, or other inventory locations.
- Perform all required cash register transactions, including sales, returns, exchanges, and connecting consumers to the loyalty program, efficiently and accurately.
- Contribute to store profitability by receiving, handling, replenishing, and processing incoming and outgoing product flow in the stores accurately and efficiently.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
Columbia Sportswear makes outdoor clothing and gear for men, women, and children, including jackets, shirts, pants, footwear, and accessories for activities like hiking and camping. Its products are designed for durability and performance and are sold through columbia.com, its own stores, and retail partners in a multi-channel approach. It differentiates itself with a long-standing brand reputation for quality and a wide, active product range supported by broad distribution. The goal is to help outdoor enthusiasts stay equipped with reliable gear while growing revenue through direct-to-consumer sales and retailer partnerships.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Portland, Oregon
Founded
1938
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- International sales grew 9% in Q2 2026, offsetting weak U.S. wholesale and stores.
- Footwear delivered high-single-digit global growth in 2026, validating Columbia’s product innovation push.
- Management raised 2026 EPS guidance to $4.45-$4.90 after tariff refund recovery.
What critics are saying
- Q2 2026 profit relied on $78 million tariff refunds; underlying margins still fell 50 bps.
- U.S. sales fell 4% in Q2 2026, exposing weak traffic and discount dependence.
- SOREL sales dropped 14%; Joe Vernachio must reverse brand erosion quickly or margins worsen.
What makes Columbia Sportswear Company unique
- Columbia’s 2025 Engineered for Whatever reboot revives irreverent branding across channels.
- ACCELERATE targets younger buyers with refreshed products, digital upgrades, and footwear innovation.
- Maersk’s 2026 UK warehousing deal tightens Columbia’s fulfillment for e-commerce and wholesale.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Wellness Program
Employee Discounts
Mental Health Support
Company News
Industry ink: Luke Combs, Ian Munsick, erin Kinsey, Haley Gallery. Columbia PFG celebrates 30 years of Bahama shirt with special Luke Combs Edition. Columbia PFG's is introducing the Bahama(TM) II Luke Combs Edition Short Sleeve limited edition shirt. The iconic Bahama shirt has been trusted by fishermen through sun, salt, sweat and countless adventures for 30 years, and in celebration of the shirt's 30th anniversary, Columbia has rolled out the new limited edition shirt that combines an exclusive black colorway with a trim highlight in Luke's favorite Mossy Oak Greenleaf Camouflage trim. The shirt is available now. "I've worn the Bahama for years because it works - whether I'm stepping out on stage or casting a line," says Combs. "Wear the hell out of it, make some memories, and enjoy the ride. I hope you love it as much as I do." Ian Munsick partners with Schaefer Outfitter for new clothing line. Ian Munsick is celebrating the launch of his capsule collaboration collection with Schaefer Outfitter. The Jackson Hole, Wyoming company has spent four decades providing western wear to working cowboys and ranchers. Their collection with Munsick includes custom pearl snap shirts, outerwear, hats and graphic tees designed collaboratively between Munsick and the Schaefer team. As Munsick embarks on his "Road to the Mountain Goat Western Tour," Schaefer Outfitter will join on select stops in Park City, Laramie, and Deadwood, and at each location, fans will have the opportunity to see and try pieces from the collection. The tour's merch operation will also carry Schaefer Outfitter hats and tees for fans to purchase. Erin Kinsey earns Gold certification for 'trouble' Erin Kinsey has earned her first RIAA Gold certification for her single "Trouble." Kinsey received the news when her manager surprised her onstage with the plaque during her headline show at Rockefeller Music Hall in Oslo, Norway, on Aug. 14. Released Oct. 11, 2024, "Trouble" first appeared on Kinsey's EP Getting Away With It and earned its certification in less than two years. The surprise came just one week after Kinsey independently released her debut album, Suede. Kinsey is currently touring Europe and returns stateside this fall for U.S. dates with Lily Rose and Alana Springsteen. Haley Gallery to present *uter(MusicRow) exhibit by Sarah Matthews. The Haley Gallery at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is presenting *uter(MusicRow), an art exhibit showcasing the works of printmaker Sarah Matthews, who is also serving as the 2026 Hatch Show Print Visiting Artist. The exhibit, which is free and open to the public beginning Sept. 18-Nov. 13, will include a series of letterpress prints and artists' books created at Hatch Show Print. The exhibition examines women's health through the language of medicine, exploring the words and phrases physicians and nurses use when speaking to patients. It also addresses critical issues including period poverty, the maternal mortality crisis, the pink tax and reproductive healthcare. By transforming medical language into visual narratives, the exhibit invites viewers to confront these disparities, amplifying conversations about bodily autonomy, informed consent and equitable healthcare for all women. On Sept. 18, the Haley Gallery will host a reception with Matthews to celebrate the exhibition opening. which is free and open to the public. Hollabaugh, a staff writer at MusicRow magazine, has over 20 years of music business experience and has written for publications including American Profile, CMA Close Up, Nashville Arts And Entertainment, The Boot and Country Weekly. She has a Broadcast Journalism and Speech Communication degree from Texas Christian University, (go Horned Frogs), and welcomes your feedback or story ideas at [email protected].
Maersk expands partnership with Columbia Sportswear with UK warehousing and distribution agreement. Summary: Maersk is expanding its partnership with Columbia Sportswear Company by signing a new agreement to manage warehousing and distribution for Columbia's Pick & Pack operations in the UK and Ireland out of Maersk's warehouse in Tamworth, UK. This move aims to enhance supply chain responsiveness and support Columbia's growing market in the region. 18 Aug 2026 Copenhagen, Denmark / Tamworth, UK - A.P. Moller - Maersk (Maersk) has signed a new agreement with Columbia Sportswear Company (Columbia), a global leader in outdoor, active and lifestyle products, to provide warehousing and distribution services for its Pick & Pack operations in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Under the agreement, Maersk will operate Columbia's UK and Ireland Pick & Pack business from its existing multi-customer facility in Tamworth near Birmingham, UK. The new setup will replace Columbia's current distribution setup serving the market from Cambrai, France, enabling a more localised and responsive supply chain for the UK&I region. The Tamworth operation will support a broad product portfolio including footwear, apparel, accessories and equipment, and will serve all sales channels - retail, wholesale and e-commerce. Over the years, Maersk Line Limited has developed a strategic partnership with Maersk, and it is super important for Maersk Line Limited to partner up with professionals in the field of logistics due to the complex nature of its supply chain. Maersk Line Limited has reached the level of business in the UK where Maersk Line Limited can now set up a facility dedicated to this market to serve the consumers and the customers faster. Matthieu Schegg Senior Vice President and General Manager, Columbia Sportswear EMEA. This agreement reflects the continued momentum in its partnership with Columbia Sportswear and highlights the value of integrated logistics solutions, By moving fulfilment closer to the end market, Maersk Line Limited can support faster delivery times, improved flexibility and a more resilient supply chain. Jason Walker Chief Operating Officer for Maersk Contract Logistics. The operation begins with initial volumes of approximately 1.6 million inbound and outbound units annually. This facility will fulfil all channels - e-commerce, retail, and wholesale - and provide a full suite of value-added services, supported by an inventory of roughly 25,000 SKUs (stock keeping units), and sufficient space to store inventory across multiple fulfilment streams. This new Maersk-operated facility is a key enabler supporting Columbia's growing market in the UK. The dedicated space within Maersk's Tamworth site will span approximately 8,000 square metres and is secured under a five-year contract. In addition to warehousing and distribution, Maersk will provide a broader suite of Logistics & Services solutions for Columbia in the UK, including customs handling, inland transportation, cross-docking and final-mile delivery for retail and wholesale shipments. The new setup builds on the long-standing collaboration between Maersk and Columbia Sportswear, further strengthening the companies' shared ambition to simplify and optimise global supply chains through integrated, end-to-end logistics solutions. About Maersk. A.P. Moller - Maersk (Maersk) is an integrated logistics company connecting and simplifying its customers' supply chains. As a global leader in logistics services, the company has 100,000+ customers, operates in almost 130 countries, and employs 100,000+ people. Maersk delivers innovative, reliable ocean network solutions, offers truly integrated logistics products and operates advanced container terminals, both gateways and hubs, with 60+ locations globally. For further information, please contact: Rainer Horn Senior Media Relations Advisor, Logistics & Services business
Columbia Sportswear has ended its year-long "Expedition Impossible" campaign, which promised to give away the company's assets to anyone who could prove the earth is flat. Launched in May, the humorous marketing effort attracted hundreds of submissions featuring theories, maps, diagrams and video evidence. Whilst no winner was declared, participants who submitted qualified entries will receive $100 off Columbia gear. Some will also receive novelty prizes including a taxidermied beaver and an old sled. The campaign won multiple awards at Cannes, including the Dan Wieden Titanium Lion, making it the most awarded campaign in company history. Columbia recently reported second-quarter sales of $614.4 million, up 2% from forecasts, suggesting its comedic marketing approach is resonating with consumers.
Tariff recovery fuels major profit upswing in Columbia Sportswear's Q2. Columbia Sportswear reported a marked improvement in second-quarter 2026 (Q2 FY26) profitability, citing the recovery of International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariff refunds as the main driver behind the growth in both gross margin and net income. For the quarter ending 30 June, Columbia posted a gross margin of 58.3%, a jump of over nine percentage points from the previous year. The company attributed around 980 basis points of this margin expansion directly to the recognition of US tariff refunds during the period. Without the impact of these refunds, Columbia stated that profit margins would have been in line with expectations. The company's net sales for the quarter rose 2% year-on-year to $614.4m, with broad-based growth in international markets counterbalancing weaker performance in the company's US wholesale business and brick-and-mortar stores. Operating income reached $30.9m, or 5.0% of net sales, reversing a $23.6m operating loss in the comparable quarter of 2025. Net income for the period totalled $26.6m, or $0.52 per diluted share compared with a $10m loss for the same period a year earlier. Columbia Sportswear chairman and chief executive officer Tim Boyle said: "Just Style is pleased to have delivered net sales exceeding its guidance for the second quarter, driven by the resilience of its international business, which was partly offset by continued softness in the US, amid growing global macroeconomic headwinds. "Our reported second quarter earnings and profit margins include the impact of US tariff refunds recognised during the quarter. Excluding this impact, our underlying performance was largely in-line with our expectations." First Half 2026 Financial Performance During the first half of 2026, Columbia Sportswear reported net sales of $1.39bn, marking a 1% increase compared to $1.38bn in the same period last year. Gross margin improved by 400 basis points to 54.1% of net sales, up from 50.1% the previous year. This increase was largely due to a 430 basis point gain from the recovery of IEEPA tariff refunds. Net income more than doubled to $60.9m, or $1.17 per diluted share, up from $32.1m, or $0.58 per diluted share, in the same period of 2025. Full Year 2026 Outlook Columbia Sportswear forecasts net sales for the 2026 financial year to rise by 1% to 3%, reaching between $3.43bn and $3.50bn, assuming US tariff rates remain unchanged. Gross margin is projected to increase to a range of 52.1% to 52.3%, reflecting a benefit from previously recovered IEEPA tariff refunds. The company anticipates an operating margin between 8.5% and 9.3%, up from 6.1% in 2025, while SG&A expenses are expected to represent 43.6% to 44.2% of sales, consistent with the prior year. Diluted earnings per share are set to grow to between $4.45 and $4.90, compared to $3.24 last year. Planned capital expenditures will remain between $65m and $75m. Third Quarter 2026 Guidance For the third quarter, net sales are forecast to range from $929m to $943m, reflecting a potential decrease of up to 1.5% compared to the same period of 2025, due largely to the timing of autumn season shipments. Operating income is expected to represent 8.1% to 9.5% of net sales, while diluted earnings per share are projected at $1.15 to $1.35, compared to $0.95 in the prior year's third quarter. "While our first half operating results have been in-line to slightly favourable overall as compared to our expectations at the start of the year, our outlook for the second half has incrementally moderated, largely due to external geopolitical and macroeconomic headwinds. That said, we continue to expect our full-year results to fall within the guidance ranges previously provided, excluding the impact of tariff refunds," Tim Boyle added. Give your business an edge with its leading industry insights.
Columbia Sportswear reported Q2 2026 results showing international markets, which represent over 40% of sales, grew 9% while US sales declined 4% amid inflationary pressures affecting retail traffic. The company received $78 million in US tariff refunds during the quarter, significantly boosting margins. However, underlying gross margins contracted 50 basis points due to increased discounting. Columbia is refining its 'ACCELERATE' strategy into five pillars, with footwear showing high single-digit global growth led by technical innovations. The Spring 2027 wholesale order book indicates low to mid-single-digit growth. The company appointed Joe Vernachio as President of SOREL following a 14% sales decline in that brand. Management expects shipment timing shifts from Q3 to Q4 due to Red Sea conflict disruptions. Inventory decreased 6% in dollar terms, providing flexibility for promotional management.