American Girl Merchandise Handler (Seasonal)
About The Position
The Merchandise Handler is located at the AG Chicago Retail Flagship location and reports directly to the Operations Manager. This position is responsible for assisting the visual merchandising manager with daily operations, including stocking merchandise on the sales floor, unloading trucks, and inventory management. The role involves processing incoming stock shipments, maintaining stockroom standards, packing and loading trailers with returning merchandise, and maintaining stock on the retail sales floor. The Merchandise Handler will also assist in the general execution of the retail business, including floor moves, equipment maintenance, and ensuring a safe environment for customers and employees. Flexibility in prioritizing tasks to meet business needs is essential.
Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Must be friendly, approachable, and willing to offer assistance to a guest in a respectful manner, especially children.
- Must be available to work open and close shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- 6 months to 1 year of experience in retail or service industry, either in material handling, shipping, receiving, retail, or warehouse stock handling, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Process incoming stock shipments in a safe and orderly fashion.
- Maintain stockroom standards for merchandise placement, cleanliness, and safety.
- Pack up and load trailer with returning merchandise (returns, rework, and doll hospital).
- Maintain stock on the retail sales floor, including special requests from retail partners.
- Monitor stock levels on an on-going basis and fill in as necessary adhering to visual standards.
- Assist in the general execution of the retail business, including floor moves, equipment maintenance, and working with other store personnel to provide a safe environment for both customers and employees.
- Perform special projects as requested.
- Demonstrates flexibility in prioritizing tasks to meet the needs of the business.
Benefits
- competitive total pay programs
- comprehensive benefits
- resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
