Warehouse Operations Coordinator

World Market•Alameda, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

World Market is seeking a Warehouse Operations Coordinator to join their team. This role is crucial for maintaining the Sample House, processing incoming and outgoing merchandise samples, and supporting various operational needs. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, detail-oriented, and a strong team player in a fast-paced environment. This position is based at our Alameda, CA Home Office and requires onsite attendance Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Requirements

A can-do spirit with a strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, and creative problem-solving skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to thrive in a lean team environment, demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to take on a variety of responsibilities to support evolving business needs.
Ability to safely lift and transport merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs. independently and up to 75 lbs. or more using approved team-lift and pivot methods.
Strong teamwork and communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and support seamless operations and timely task completion.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities, coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously, and maintain quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
Proactive approach to identifying process improvement opportunities that optimize sample coordination and warehouse operations.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
High School diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Warehouse and retail experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with organized maintenance of the Sample House processing incoming and outgoing merchandise samples, including receiving, unpacking, assembling, and storing large furniture samples.
Load and unload trucks, verifying shipments against provided paperwork to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
Pack and palletize outgoing merchandise for the Photo Studio and unpack returned samples while adapting to changing schedules and priorities.
Organize, plan, and execute assignments related to building fixtures for product reviews and visuals sets, adjusting task coordination as needed to accommodate last-minute changes.
Safely lift and transport merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs. and operate equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts to move merchandise between locations.
Lift and transport merchandise weighing up to 75 lbs. or more using approved team-lift and pivot methods.
Work at elevated heights using ladders up to 10ft. high while remaining responsive to changing tasks throughout the day.
Perform frequent physical activities including standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, and climbing ladders to support various assignments.
Collaborate with the Merchandising team to prepare for Bid and Sample Sales, adapting quickly to evolving business needs.
Perform daily housekeeping tasks to uphold cleanliness and safety standards and maintain a well-organized workspace.
Perform additional ad hoc duties as required.