Retail Store Associate (Seasonal)

Office Depot • Odessa, TX

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About The Position

As a part-time seasonal Retail Store Associate at Office Depot, you help create a positive shopping experience by engaging customers, understanding their needs, and recommending products, services, and solutions. You contribute to sales and customer satisfaction while maintaining store presentation and supporting merchandising, freight, logistics, and print department operations. The role supports a customer-centric environment and positive workplace 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. Associates develop product knowledge and selling skills to support customer interactions and business growth, particularly in Print and Technology. The position may require consent to periodic comprehensive background checks conducted by a third party. Coworkers are expected to support a safe work environment by working safely and addressing potential hazards or concerns.

Requirements

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access.
• Ability to use technology and POS systems to access information and process transactions.
• Ability to read, write, and count accurately to complete documentation, use training tools, and process inventory.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to build selling relationships with customers and coworkers.
• Enjoy interacting with people and working in a customer-facing environment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Retail sales experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Proactively acknowledge and engage customers to support a positive customer-centric experience.
• Use the selling program to recommend suitable solutions and promote additional products or services.
• Stay aware of planned advertisements, promotions, sales, and loyalty programs.
• Maintain the store and print department according to company appearance guidelines, including keeping areas neat, clean, and well stocked.
• Follow standards for signage, labeling, and merchandise presentation.
• Sort and stock merchandise according to guidelines and complete freight processes.
• Keep the freight sorting area organized and set up according to guidelines.
• Scan, investigate, and replenish inventory lows and out-of-stock items daily.
• Develop selling skills and product knowledge using provided sales and service tools, and complete required Tech, Print, and other applicable training.
• Continue education in relevant areas, including designated certifications when required.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, and practices, and support loss prevention efforts.
• Work safely and address potential hazards or concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salaries
• Other benefits included in the company benefits package
• Opportunities to move and grow within the organization
• May be eligible to participate in 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