Operations Associate

Brobston Group LLC; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Brobston Group LLC in Costa Mesa seeks an Operations Associate to support boutique operations by managing stockroom functions, shipping and receiving, and maintaining inventory accuracy. You will work closely with store leadership to ensure merchandise availability and smooth store operations.

You will verify shipments, perform cycle counts, organize stock by style/color/size, and assist sales staff with timely stock replenishment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a complex retail stockroom.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Basic computer skills; Excel experience preferred.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, climb a ladder, and lift up to 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Verify incoming and outgoing shipments against documentation.
• Perform cycle counts and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Maintain organized stockroom by style, color, and size.
• Prepare outbound merchandise and restock packaging supplies.
• Provide stock checks and deliver merchandise to sales floor.
• Communicate arrivals, replenishment, and returns to management.
• Aid in training new hires on shipping and stockroom procedures.

Skills

Stockroom operations

Organization

Communication skills

Excel

Multitasking

Team player

Job description

Summary

The Operations Associate reports to the Store Director and supports boutique operations in Costa Mesa by managing stockroom functions, shipping and receiving, and maintaining inventory accuracy. The role provides timely support to management and sales staff to ensure merchandise availability and efficient store operations.

Responsibilities

• Verify incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring quantities match documentation
• Perform routine cycle counts and identify or resolve inventory discrepancies
• Maintain organized stockroom by style, color, and size and maximize available stock space
• Prepare and log outgoing merchandise, maintain the shipping area, and restock packaging supplies
• Provide quick, accurate stock checks and deliver merchandise to the sales floor as requested
• Communicate new arrivals, replenishment, and client returns to management and sales team
• Aid in training new hires on shipping, receiving, and stockroom procedures

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in a complex retail stockroom preferred; experience with freight carriers a plus
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to multitask
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a professional team-oriented attitude
• Basic computer skills; Excel experience preferred
• Ability to stand for extended periods, climb a ladder, and lift packages up to 20 lbs regularly