06118 Store Operations Associate

CosmoProf Beauty; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

CosmoProf Beauty is hiring a Store Operations Associate in Newport, Kentucky. This role is essential for delivering a world-class customer experience and supporting store operations.

The associate will manage inventory, handle product flow, and maintain store standards, requiring effective communication skills and a detail-oriented approach. Prior retail or customer service experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1+ years retail sales/customer service experience preferred.
• Able to communicate with customers, co-workers and management clearly.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy boxes and place products on shelves.

Responsibilities

• Support timely execution of shipment processing, ensuring inventory accuracy.
• Maintain brand standards and cleanliness in store areas.
• Assist in onboarding and training of new associates.

Skills

Retail sales/customer service experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Store Operations Associate

Company: SBH

Proposed Job Title: N/A • Date Evaluated: August 2024 • Grade: STR • Job Code: USA-0130SO; CAN-0130SO; PRI-0130SO • Positions Reporting to this job: None • Department: Store Operations • Reports to (Title): Store Manager

Essential Function

Supports a world class customer experience by leading the operations execution of the store. Assists the flow of product at all stages including inventory, receiving, product placement, backstock and re‑stok­ing efficiency. Ensures all inventory processes are complete and accurate, and the store is maintained to meet Brand Standards.

Primary Duties

60% Operations:

• Effectively support timely execution of shipment processing, including 48‑hour turnaround from delivery, product placement, ASN acknowledgement, damages, inventory accuracy counts, transfers, and retention of all inventory management paperwork.
• Maintain brand standards and efficiency in stockroom.
• Keep sales floor, stock room, receiving, shipping, stock, supply, and employee areas clean and organized.
• Support planogram updates, monthly marketing merchandising floor sets, and price changes as needed.
• Maintain an exceptional front and back of house store appearance to provide a positive shopping experience for our customers.
• May open or close the store.

30% Inventory Management/Loss Prevention:

• Understand and effectively use available company technology and tools to support inventory processes and omni‑channel shopping experience.
• Compliance with and knowledge of all safety and Loss Prevention policies.
• Compliance with all inventory control procedures & HAZMAT.

10% People:

• Always works well with others to get the job done in support of the customer and meeting the needs of the store which includes good attendance.
• Bring world class customer experience to life by providing an optimal customer experience, both external and internal.
• Support with on‑boarding and training needs of new associates as needed.
• Is an advocate for diversity, inclusion and belonging.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• 1+ years retail sales/customer service experience preferred.
• Must be available to meet the scheduling needs of the business, including before or after business hours.
• Able to communicate with customers, co‑workers and management in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to execute brand standards to support with customer service.
• Can read and follow company guidelines outlined in Brand Standards.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy boxes and place product on all shelves.
• Can follow direction and perform other duties as assigned by Manager.

Competencies / Attributes

• Effective Communicator – Proactively and quickly making sense of complex issues; communicating complicated information simply. Excellent collaborator, exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible, Agile, Adapter – Ability to pivot quickly and manage through change in a constantly evolving retail landscape. Strong organizational skills and strategic thinker in providing a clear direction and priorities top of mind.

Controls Exercised by the Supervisor

Task level: High • Departmental/Division level: High • Project level: High • Consultative level: High.

Discretion: Strict adherence to guidelines.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

The position requires physical exertion such as long periods of standing, walking, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; recurring lifting of moderately heavy items such as shipment or record boxes. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities such as above‑average agility and dexterity. May be required to work in other stores from time to time. The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, retail store and residences or commercial vehicles, e.g., use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals, etc. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.