Retail Stock Associate

Smithsonian Institution•Chantilly, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Retail Stock Associate is accountable for delivering on all aspects of stockroom standard operating procedures and achieving the brand standards for shipment processing, replenishment, markdowns, and merchandising. This position is responsible for assisting management and staff in the receipt, processing, and organization of merchandise in our Museum and Zoo Retail Stores.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)and at least six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of receiving, distribution, and stocking methods in order to read and verify documents accompanying incoming merchandise.
Must have strong organizational skills
Accepts direction and works productively with supervisor to maintain expected performance levels and behaviors.
Takes ownership of job and own actions.
Takes initiative to offer ideas to effectively complete assignments.
Is self-motivated and a self-starter.
Is efficient and highly productive.
Ability to communicate with others at all levels.
Exhibits flexibility, openness to new ideas and is adaptable to change.
Partners with fellow employees to achieve assigned job duties.
Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner and maintains high quality levels.
Ability to lift and go up and down stairs with heavy merchandise up to 25 lbs.
Proficient with technology.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule when necessary, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Must be able to work in a confined and limited space, and be able to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to higher education programs of U.S. Institutions by an organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and should be included as part of your application package.
Any false statement in your application may result in rejection of your application and may also result in termination after employment begins.

Responsibilities

Unloading and accurate counting of merchandise.
Keep merchandise losses to a minimum by ensuring security rules are followed.
Pursue discrepancies, contacting appropriate manager until resolved.
Monitor incoming merchandise for damages and follow reporting procedures.
Handles transfers, RTVs, and price changes with accuracy and timeliness.
Initiate stockroom/warehouse changes to meet the ebb of flow of merchandise kept in those locations.
Generate ideas and puts them into action for expediting flow, saving time, and providing greater efficiency for staff.
Provide or input data in computer for receipt of control numbers for merchandise tracking system, within deadlines.
Organize and monitor the consumption of supplies (bags, boxes, tissue, bubble wrap, etc.) and informs management of the needs.
Communicate and enforce all related policies and procedures.