Q&A With Columbia Sportswear Employees
Columbia is a highly collaborative company where inclusion and being ourselves plays a big role every day. In fact, most of the people who work here would say that at our core, we are much more than a leading global footwear and apparel company: we are a family (and we work like one).
How employees describe working at Columbia Sportswear
Customer Service and Order Management
Shipping policy, customer service, quality
high value, high quality outdoor gear
your customer service is horrible. i am now a FORMER customer.
Value for money and dunctionality
What it's like to work at Columbia Sportswear
- Columbia Sportswear employees generally work 8.6 hrs a day
- Employees at Columbia Sportswear report the work pace is comfortably fast
- 74% of Columbia Sportswear employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
- Columbia Sportswear employees most often take 15-20 paid vacation and sick days each year
- 80% of Columbia Sportswear employees report they are happy with their work life balance
- Columbia Sportswear employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
- 55% of Columbia Sportswear employees call their work environment positive
Q&A With Columbia Sportswear Employees
IDX: 25 TOT: 84
What do people at Columbia Sportswear think about the CEO? What do they do well and what can they improve?
He's very cool! They can improve how fast the hiring process goes.
How's the work life balance at Columbia Sportswear?
Excellent
How does Columbia Sportswear make decisions around promotions?
Thoughtfully
What's the best part of your job at Columbia Sportswear?
The people, transparency, and the "leave your ego at the door" fun environment. There is a sense of kindness and thoughtfulness with no drama.
How secure do you feel at your job at Columbia Sportswear?
Very secure
How challenged are you at Columbia Sportswear?
Very challenged and supported at every level
How difficult is it to maintain a social life while in your job at Columbia Sportswear?
Not difficult at all
How do you feel about going to work at Columbia Sportswear everyday?
Glad
What are the team outings like at Columbia Sportswear?
Outdoor oriented, local fare, we are an outdoor sports company...how else do you thing we would operate?
What kind of people succeed at Columbia Sportswear?
All kinds
How can I improve my chances of being hired at Columbia Sportswear?
Be experienced. It's difficult to get in the door if you don't have a solid resume.
How's the feedback proccess at Columbia Sportswear?
Great. We have constant access to our managers, directors and even the C-Suite executives. It's an open environment of fun and trust at every level
What's one thing you wish you'd known before joining Columbia Sportswear?
Nothing. From day 1 it's been a fantastic experience.
How's the morale at Columbia Sportswear?
Excellent
How much diversity is there among employees at Columbia Sportswear?
Tremendous diversity
What's the office layout like at Columbia Sportswear?
Open office with cubicles and collaboration spaces.
What unique perks and benefits does Columbia Sportswear provide?
Thoughtful culture. Family first environment. Flexible work schedules.
How do I do well in an interview at Columbia Sportswear?
Come to the table with solid experience in the job description you're applying for.
How long do the interviews usually take at Columbia Sportswear?
45 minutes to 1 hour










