GC Retail Operations Associate Store 337

Guitar Center • Highland Park, IL

8h

About The Position

Guitar Center’s Retail Operations Associate supports store operations by handling inventory and shipments, completing daily tasks, and ensuring products are merchandised to create a positive customer experience. The role calls for teamwork, customer-service skills, initiative, organization, attention to detail, and the ability to learn retail technology and systems. The position involves working in a loud environment for 5–8 hours and requires availability for weekends, holidays, and evenings, as well as the ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

The listed pay rate is $15.25–$22.88 per hour, depending on background and experience. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, and other factors, and pay ranges may differ by location.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to work in a loud environment for 5–8 hours.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and evenings.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a team.
• Customer-service skills and the ability to provide a positive customer experience.
• Initiative and willingness to learn about the broader business.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-urgency environment.
• Ability to learn and use retail technology, systems, equipment, and computer programs.

Responsibilities

• Handle tasks related to inventory control.
• Ship and receive gear and other items.
• Prepare and execute inventory cycle counts.
• Stock and merchandise products according to a planogram.
• Print and place signage and price signs (POP).
• Handle cash.
• Maintain awareness of and help control shrink.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Mental health support
• Paid sick time
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation time
• Employee discount program
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Gig leave for musician employees

What This Job Offers

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