Retail Sales Associate

Cotopaxi•Bend, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Cotopaxi is hiring a part-time Retail Guide for its Bend, Oregon store, which is opening this winter. Retail Guides create memorable, inclusive guest experiences and help customers choose gear for adventures of all sizes. They share product knowledge, personal experience, local highlights, and Cotopaxi’s mission and impact, helping build connections and inspire guests to become fans of the brand. The role also supports store operations and an uplifting, collaborative store culture.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older.
Energetic and enthusiastic, with an interest in sharing Cotopaxi’s story and building connections with guests.
Belief in Cotopaxi’s Do Good mission and a humanitarian outlook.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Strong accountability and ability to self-guide.
Flexibility to work varying hours, including at least two weekdays and one weekend day.
Availability throughout the holiday season, including the Friday after Thanksgiving.
Ability to work for the duration of the location term.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and remain on your feet in an active role.

Nice To Haves

Experience in retail or a similar fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Connect with every guest, offer help and expertise, and guide them with care and curiosity.
Educate guests about products, experiences, local highlights, Cotopaxi’s mission, and its impact.
Represent Cotopaxi’s values of People, Innovation, and Adventure.
Restock and destock products and keep the store ready for guests.
Open the store on time and close it at the end of the day.
Manage the point-of-sale system and support customers through their purchases.
Contribute to an uplifting, collaborative, and fun store culture.