Temporary Seasonal Retail Store Associate - Part Time

External Ocean State Job Lot • East Northport, NY

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About The Position

The Seasonal Peak Associate is a temporary seasonal position supporting essential store operations, including register support, freight receiving, and product merchandising in designated areas. The role contributes to a positive customer experience and efficient store operations in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, including during peak seasons and at newly opened stores.

Associates provide customer service, handle transactions, maintain merchandise displays, receive and organize deliveries, move fixtures, follow safety protocols, and help keep the store neat and organized. The role works across sales, stockroom/receiving, and operations/office areas, whose conditions may vary by store location. The position is part-time and pays $17 per hour.

Requirements

• Basic math and reading skills.
• Legible handwriting.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform frequent physical activities, including using hand tools, climbing or descending a ladder, moving, reaching, and lifting; should be able to lift 35 pounds regularly.
• Ability to perform extended periods of movement, remaining stationary, ascending, descending, and positioning oneself to complete tasks throughout a shift.

Nice To Haves

• Prior merchandise receiving, handling, and stocking experience in retail or warehouse environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional service, build friendly rapport, exemplify the T.R.E.A.T. model, and foster a welcoming environment.
• Operate a cash register efficiently, handle transactions accurately, and help customers with product inquiries, item locations, and purchases.
• Promote company-wide customer initiatives, including donations, loyalty programs, and special offers.
• Maintain accurate displays, restock assigned areas, and meet OSJL merchandising standards.
• Unload deliveries according to company processes, organize merchandise, and prepare it for the sales floor.
• Safely set up and move fixtures as needed.
• Work collaboratively and independently to achieve goals, and communicate opportunities for improvement to store leadership.
• Understand, support, and implement store safety protocols.
• Maintain a neat, organized, and safe environment through regular cleaning and janitorial tasks.

Benefits

• 30% associate discount on products.
• Earned paid sick time in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

What This Job Offers

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