Merchandise Processor Hayfield FT

Goodwill of Greater Washington • Alexandria, VA

4d

About The Position

The Merchandise Processor partners with retail team members in a high-energy, fast-paced environment to perform inventory management responsibilities. The role sorts, processes, and prepares donated merchandise for display and sale in the retail store. This position evaluates merchandise quality, pricing, value, and salability; organizes items according to established guidelines; and helps maintain processing productivity goals. It also supports collection and stocking of donated merchandise and provides service to donors and retail customers.

Requirements

• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend basic instructions.
• Ability to communicate verbally effectively with associates and customers.
• Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, bending, lifting, kneeling, and climbing for prolonged periods, up to 7 hours per 8-hour shift.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds frequently.

Nice To Haves

• At least six months of previous work experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience working in a warehouse environment.
• Previous experience working with merchandise pricing.
• Basic computer skills.
• Multilingual ability with proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Transfer merchandise from containers and determine whether it is appropriate for the sales floor according to established guidelines.
• Stay informed about brand names, designer labels, and current and vintage styles.
• Prepare merchandise for the sales floor and evaluate items for quality, pricing, value, and salability.
• Count processed items and record totals on the official log.
• Sort apparel into boutique, salable, and salvage categories according to quota.
• Place items on hangers, arrange hangers on rolling racks, and transport them to the sales floor while keeping similar items grouped.
• Count clothing pieces and record totals on the Daily Hanger Report.
• Place non-sellable merchandise in the appropriate container.
• Follow safety and security practices, including reporting hazards and injuries to the manager on duty.
• Maintain a pace that meets required productivity goals for pieces processed.
• Maintain a clean, neat uniform and appearance.
• Assist with collecting and stocking donated merchandise.
• Provide excellent service to donors and retail customers.
• Perform other duties as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed