Retail Part Time Store Associate
About The Position
The part-time Retail Store Associate at Office Depot engages with customers in a friendly and knowledgeable manner, recommends products, services, and solutions, and helps create a positive shopping experience that drives sales. The role supports a customer-centric environment, local community engagement, store visual and merchandising standards, freight and logistics activities, and a positive culture aligned with Office Depot’s 5C values: Caring, Committed, Creative, Collaborative, and Courageous. The associate receives training in technology and print products and services to assist customers effectively and contribute to sales growth. The role supports sales and operational excellence, particularly in Print and Technology, and may require consent to periodic comprehensive background checks conducted by a third party. The position is part-time and entry-level, with no prior experience required. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Associates are expected to support a safe and healthy work environment, work safely, and address potential hazards or concerns. Other duties may be assigned.
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.
- Client-focused, positive, engaging, and action-oriented approach, with enthusiasm for the company’s brand, products, services, and solutions.
- Ability to consent to periodic comprehensive third-party background checks may be required.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Passion for sales, exceptional customer service, and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
- Proactively acknowledge and engage every customer to support a positive customer-centric experience.
- Use the selling program to recommend appropriate solutions and promote additional products and services.
- Stay aware of 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 fill inventory lows and outs daily.
- Develop selling skills and product knowledge using provided sales and service tools; complete at least Tech, Print, and other applicable training.
- Continue education in relevant areas, including designated certifications if required.
- Comply with company policies, procedures, and practices, and support loss prevention efforts.
- Support the company’s operational safety culture by working safely and addressing 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, subject to the Incentive Plan terms and conditions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
