Merchandise Processing & Inventory Associate

Goodwill of Greater Washington; Annandale (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill of Greater Washington is seeking an Inventory Associate to support our fast-paced retail team by sorting, processing, and preparing donated merchandise for display and sale in our store.

You will maintain accuracy in item counts, organize merchandise by category, and assist with restocking while upholding safety and quality standards to ensure an excellent shopping experience for customers.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend basic instruction.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally with associates and customers.
• Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, bending, lifting and climbing for prolonged periods of time (up to 7 hours – per 8 hour shift).
• Ability to lift max of 25 lbs pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Transfers merchandise from containers to determine appropriateness for the sales floor in accordance with established guidelines.
• Stays abreast of brand name, designer labels, current and vintage styles.
• Prepare items for the sales floor. Evaluate items to determine quality, pricing, value and salability.
• Counts number of items processed and records on official log.
• Sorts apparel into boutique, salable, and salvage categories according to quota.
• Places items on hangers, transports them to the sales floor keeping similar items grouped.
• Counts pieces of clothing and records on Daily Hanger Report.
• Follows safety and security practices including reporting hazards.
• Maintains productivity to meet quotas for pieces processed.
• Maintains a clean, neat uniform and appearance.
• Assists in the collection and stocking of donated merchandise.
• Provides excellent service to donors and retail customers.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Skills

Action Oriented

Customer Focus

Composure

Time Management

Six months of previous work experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Goodwill of Greater Washington is seeking an Inventory Associate to support our fast-paced retail team by sorting, processing, and preparing donated merchandise for display and sale in our store.

You will maintain accuracy in item counts, organize merchandise by category, and assist with restocking while upholding safety and quality standards to ensure an excellent shopping experience for customers.