Retail Part Time Store Associate

Office Depot • Michigan City, MI

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About The Position

The Part Time Retail Store Associate engages with customers in a friendly, knowledgeable manner to create a positive shopping experience and drive sales. The role connects customers with suitable products, services, and solutions while supporting a vibrant sales culture, store visual and merchandising standards, freight and logistics activities, and high levels of customer satisfaction. The associate contributes to a customer-centric environment, 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. Associates use sales principles to create 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. Coworkers are expected to support a safe and healthy work environment by working safely and addressing potential hazards or concerns. Other duties may be assigned.

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.
• Client-focused, positive, engaging, and action-oriented approach.
• Passion for the brand, products, services, and solutions.
• Ability to consent to periodic comprehensive third-party background checks, if required.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Proactively acknowledge and engage customers to support a positive customer-centric experience.
• Use the selling program to recommend suitable solutions and additional products or services.
• Stay informed about planned advertisements, promotions, sales, and loyalty programs.
• Maintain the store and print department according to company appearance guidelines, keeping areas neat, clean, and well stocked.
• Follow standards for signage, labeling, and merchandise presentation.
• Sort and stock merchandise according to established guidelines and complete freight processes.
• Keep the freight sorting area organized and set up according to guidelines.
• Scan, investigate, and replenish inventory lows and outs daily.
• Develop product knowledge and selling skills using provided sales and service tools.
• Complete required Tech, Print, and other applicable training, and continue education up to designated certifications when required.
• Follow 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 and a benefits package.
• Opportunities to move and grow within the organization.
• May be eligible to participate in an incentive program, paid according 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