Retail Part Time Store Associate

Office Depot • Harahan, LA

19d • $9 - $12

About The Position

The part-time Retail Store Associate at Office Depot engages customers in a friendly, knowledgeable manner and helps create a positive shopping experience while driving sales. The role recommends suitable products, services, and solutions; supports a vibrant sales culture; maintains visual and merchandising standards; and assists with freight and logistics while prioritizing client satisfaction. Associates support a customer-centric environment, engage with the local community, and contribute to a 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 help grow the business, with a focus on sales, service, and operational excellence in areas such as Print and Technology. The role may require consent to periodic comprehensive background checks conducted by a third party.

The company describes the role as part-time and offers competitive salaries, a benefits package that includes a 401(k), opportunities for career growth, and possible participation in an incentive program subject to its terms and conditions. Coworkers are expected to support a safe and healthy work environment by working safely and addressing potential hazards or concerns.

Requirements

• Basic computer skills, including the ability to use technology to access and input 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.
• A client-focused, positive, engaging, and action-oriented approach, with a passion for the brand, products, services, and solutions.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Proactively acknowledge and engage every customer to support a positive, customer-centric experience.
• Use the selling program to recommend suitable solutions and promote additional products and services.
• Stay aware of planned advertisements, promotions, sales, and loyalty programs.
• Maintain the store and print department according to company appearance guidelines, keeping the environment 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 replenish inventory lows and outs daily.
• Continually develop selling skills and product knowledge using the provided sales and service tools, including completing 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 safety concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefits package including a 401(k).
• 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