Retail Part Time Store Associate

Job Title: Part Time Retail Store Associate

Company: Office Depot Group

About the Role

As a Part Time Retail Store Associate, you will engage with customers, create a positive shopping experience, and drive sales. You will address customer needs by recommending the right products, services, and solutions. This role contributes to a sales culture, enhances visual and merchandising standards, and supports freight and logistics activities, prioritizing client satisfaction. The Store Associate supports a customer-centric environment, community engagement, and a positive culture aligned with the Office Depot 5C values: Caring, Committed, Creative, Collaborative, & Courageous. You will be trained in technology and print products/services to assist customers effectively and apply sales principles for customer interactions and business growth. This role is essential for driving store success through inspiring sales brilliance and exceptional service in Print and Technology.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Centric Experience

• Proactively acknowledge and engage every customer to support a positive customer-centric experience.
• Utilize and understand the selling program to promote the sale of the best solution and additional products/services.
• Maintain awareness of planned advertisements, promotions, sales, and loyalty programs.

Store Operations Commitment

• Consistently maintain store and print department appearance to company guidelines, ensuring a neat, clean, and well-stocked environment.
• Adhere to all standards related to signage, labeling, and merchandise presentation.
• Follow established sorting and stocking guidelines and complete freight processes.
• Ensure the freight sorting area is organized and set up according to guidelines.
• Scan, investigate, and fill inventory lows and outs daily.

Print and Tech Expertise

• Continually develop personal selling skills and product knowledge through provided sales and service tools, including successful completion of Tech, Print, and other applicable training.
• Continued education in these areas is expected, up to and including designated certifications, if required.

Sales Techniques

• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Support the company’s loss prevention efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Basic computer skills; able 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, with a passion for our brand, products, services, and solutions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No prior experience required.

About The ODP Group

The ODP Group, through its business entities ODP Business Solutions and Office Depot, is a leading provider of products, services, and technology solutions through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence. This includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

• Salary range: $16.90/hourly (subject to compliance with state and local minimum wages).
• Competitive salaries.
• Benefits package, including 401(k).
• Opportunities to move and grow within the organization.
• Potential eligibility for an incentive program.

Note: The essential functions of this position may require you to consent to periodic comprehensive background checks conducted by a third-party.