Retail Part Time Store Associate

Office Depot • Phoenix, AZ

17d

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 relevant products, services, and solutions, while helping maintain the store’s visual and merchandising standards and supporting freight and logistics activities. The role 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. You will use sales principles to support customer satisfaction and business growth, particularly in Print and Technology, while contributing to sales and operational excellence. The position may require consent to periodic comprehensive background checks conducted by a third party.

The ODP Group describes itself as a provider of products, services, and technology solutions through a B2B distribution platform and omnichannel presence, including supply chain and distribution operations, sales professionals, online channels, and Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores. Coworkers are expected to support a safe and healthy work environment by working safely and addressing potential hazards or concerns. The listed duties describe the general nature of the role and may not include every responsibility; other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• Basic computer skills, including using 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, with enthusiasm for the brand, products, services, and solutions.
• Willingness to complete applicable technology and print training and continue education in these areas, including designated certifications if required.

Responsibilities

• Proactively acknowledge and engage customers to support a positive customer-centric experience.
• Use the selling program to promote suitable solutions 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 a neat, clean, and well-stocked environment.
• 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.
• Develop selling skills and product knowledge using provided sales and service tools; complete applicable Tech, Print, and other training, including designated certifications if 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
• Opportunities to move and grow within the organization
• Potential eligibility 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