Retail Part Time Store Associate

Office Depot • Alexandria, VA

10d

About The Position

As a part-time Retail Store Associate at Office Depot, you will engage with customers in a friendly, knowledgeable manner to create a positive shopping experience and drive sales. You will identify customer needs and recommend suitable products, services, and solutions while contributing to a vibrant sales culture, store presentation, merchandising, freight and logistics, and client satisfaction. The role supports a customer-centric environment and engagement with the local community, aligned with Office Depot’s 5C values: Caring, Committed, Creative, Collaborative, and Courageous.

This entry-level role includes training in technology and print products and services so you can assist customers effectively. Store Associates use sales principles to deliver satisfying customer interactions and support business growth, particularly in Print and Technology. The position may require consent to periodic comprehensive background checks conducted by a third party.

The company describes its work environment as committed to safety and expects coworkers to work safely and address potential hazards or concerns. The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package that includes a 401(k), and opportunities to move and grow within the organization. Employees may be eligible to participate in an incentive program, subject to its terms and conditions.

Requirements

• Basic computer skills, including the ability to use technology to access and enter job-related information.
• 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.
• Client-focused, positive, engaging, and action-oriented approach.
• Passion for the company’s brand, products, services, and solutions.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Proactively acknowledge and engage every customer to support a positive customer-centric experience.
• Use the selling program to promote the best solution and 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.
• 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 using provided sales and service tools.
• Complete at least the required Tech, Print, and other applicable training, and pursue continued education and designated certifications if 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) retirement plan.
• Competitive salaries.
• Opportunities to move and grow within the organization.
• Potential 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