Retail Sales Associate
About The Position
Cotopaxi is hiring a temporary, part-time Retail Guide (Retail Sales Associate) for its Boise, Idaho retail store during the October 2026–January 2027 holiday season. Retail Guides create welcoming, inclusive, and memorable guest experiences by sharing product knowledge, personal experience, local highlights, and Cotopaxi’s mission and impact. The role helps make the store a vibrant hub for connection, inspiration, and adventure, and supports guests preparing for outdoor adventures of all sizes. The position also supports store operations, including replenishing and removing merchandise, opening and closing the store, and using the point-of-sale system. Retail Guides contribute to an uplifting, collaborative, and fun store culture while representing Cotopaxi’s values of People, Innovation, and Adventure. Compensation is $17.00 per hour, with bonus potential.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Energetic and enthusiastic, with an interest in sharing Cotopaxi’s story and building connections with guests.
- A humanitarian outlook and belief in Cotopaxi’s Do Good mission.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Strong accountability and self-guidance.
- Ability 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 lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in retail or a similar fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Connect with every guest by greeting them, sharing relevant experience, and offering help and expertise.
- 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 so customers leave supported and satisfied.
- Contribute to an uplifting, collaborative, and fun store culture.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with employer match.
- Two store team-building Adventure Days to recharge and reconnect.
- 60% discount on Cotopaxi products.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Discounts from additional outdoor brands.
- Regular virtual and in-person celebrations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
