Retail Part Time Sr. Store Associate

Office Depot • Mount Vernon, WA

20d

About The Position

As a part-time Sr. Store Associate, you connect with customers by understanding their needs and recommending products, services, and solutions. You help build a vibrant sales culture, maintain store visual and merchandising standards, and support freight and logistics activities while prioritizing customer satisfaction. You contribute 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.

The role requires advanced training in print and technology products and services so you can assist customers effectively and apply sales principles that create satisfying customer interactions. The position supports store success through sales and service, particularly in Print and Technology. It may require consent to periodic comprehensive background checks conducted by a third party. Employees 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

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No previous experience required; retail sales experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access.
• Ability to use technology and point-of-sale systems to access information and process transactions.
• Ability to read, write, and count accurately to complete documentation, use training tools, and process inventory.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to build selling relationships with customers and coworkers.
• Enjoy interacting with people and working in a customer-facing environment.
• Consent to periodic comprehensive third-party background checks may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Retail sales experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Proactively acknowledge and engage every customer to support a positive customer-centric experience.
• Use the selling program to recommend the best 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 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 fill inventory lows and outs daily.
• Develop sales skills and product knowledge using provided sales and service tools.
• Complete and understand advanced Print and Technology training and other applicable training; continue education and complete 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
• Incentive program participation may be available, subject to the Incentive Plan terms and conditions.
• Opportunities to move and grow within the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED