Retail Part Time Sales Associate

Office Depot • Suwanee, GA

7d • $10 - $12

About The Position

As a part-time Retail Store Associate at Office Depot, you help drive store success by creating positive shopping experiences, delivering customer-focused service, and supporting sales and operational excellence. You engage with customers, recommend relevant products, services, and solutions, and contribute to a vibrant sales culture and the store’s visual and merchandising standards, freight and logistics activities, and client satisfaction. The role also supports local community engagement and a positive culture aligned with Office Depot’s 5C values: Caring, Committed, Creative, Collaborative, and Courageous.

This entry-level position includes training in technology and print products and services so you can assist customers effectively. You will apply sales principles in customer interactions and develop product knowledge and selling skills, including through applicable training and certifications. The role may require consent to periodic comprehensive background checks conducted by a third party.

The position’s general duties include supporting a safe and healthy work environment, following company policies and procedures, and performing other duties as assigned. The posting describes a salary range of $9.50 to $12.00, subject to adjustment for applicable state and local minimum wages. The company offers a benefits package that includes a 401(k), opportunities for advancement, and possible participation in an incentive program under its terms and conditions.

Requirements

• Basic computer skills, including the ability to use technology to access and enter job-related information.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships with clients and associates.
• Ability to read, write, and count accurately to complete documentation, use training tools, and process inventory.
• A client-focused, positive, engaging, and action-oriented approach, with enthusiasm for the company’s brand, products, services, and solutions.
• Consent to periodic comprehensive background checks may be required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Proactively acknowledge and engage every customer to support a positive customer-centric experience.
• Use the selling program to recommend the best solutions and promote additional products and services.
• Stay aware of planned advertisements, promotions, sales, and loyalty programs.
• Maintain the store and print department’s appearance according to company guidelines, keeping the environment neat, clean, and well stocked.
• Follow standards for signage, labeling, and merchandise presentation.
• Follow sorting and stocking guidelines and complete freight processes.
• Keep the freight sorting area organized and set up according to guidelines.
• Scan, investigate, and fill inventory lows and outs daily.
• Develop selling skills and product knowledge through provided sales and service tools, including completing applicable Tech, Print, and other training.
• Continue education in relevant areas, including designated certifications if required.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and practices, and support loss prevention efforts.
• Support the company’s operational safety culture by working safely and addressing potential hazards or concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salaries
• Opportunities to move and grow within the organization
• Possible eligibility for an incentive program, subject to the Incentive Plan terms and conditions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED