Operations Associate

Crate & Barrel; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Crate & Barrel is seeking an Operations Associate in Costa Mesa to manage inventory, fulfill customer orders, and maintain a welcoming sales floor. The role demands strong multitasking and interpersonal skills to foster a positive shopping experience.

You will process packages, assist in inventory preparations, and uphold company policies. Experience in customer service and retail is preferred. Join us to contribute to an inclusive environment while ensuring operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred.
• Retail experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process all incoming and outgoing packages timely.
• Assist in inventory duties and stockroom preparation.
• Maintain organized and efficient stockroom.
• Execute visual merchandising standards on sales floor.
• Drive sales through customer engagement.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service experience

Ability to work in a flexible environment

Tools

Point of Sale (POS) system

AS400 system

General office equipment

Job description

As a C&B Operations Associate, you will play a vital role in maintaining an efficient stockroom and supporting the salesfloor. Reporting to the Assistant Store Leader, you’ll ensure timely customer order fulfillment, accurate inventory management, and well‑presented store displays. You will collaborate with the store team to uphold company policies, foster an inclusive environment, and maintain safety, while learning and utilizing all relevant systems to support operational routines, pricing, and promotions. A positive attitude, enthusiasm, and strong multitasking skills are essential for success in this fast‑paced role.

A day in the life as an Operations Associate

• Process all incoming and outgoing packages, including customer curbside pick‑up orders, ship from store, buy online pickup in store, in a timely manner
• Assist in preparing the stockroom for inventory and perform assigned inventory duties
• Perform prompt and accurate stock checks, while maintaining an organized and efficient stockroom
• Execute and maintain the visual merchandising standards of the sales floor to engage customers and associates with the product
• Assist with ensuring product and displays on the sales floor are stocked appropriately and available for customers to purchase
• Possess and demonstrate excellent service and company standards in selling, customer service, visual merchandising and teamwork
• Greet and receive customers in a welcoming manner, respond to customer questions, process payments, and involve higher level management, as appropriate
• Engage in, maintain and support store safety standards and training
• Maintain an awareness of loss prevention, security and safety following the guidelines provided by management or the Human Resources Department and/or as outlined in the Associate Policy Manual
• Lead by example and support store management in holding self and others accountable for store profitability and operational excellence
• Drive sales through engagement of customers, suggestive selling, sharing and demonstrating product knowledge and product expertise, as needed
• Communicate and have awareness of applicable promotions, offers, loyalty programs, and other initiatives to customers, as needed
• Promote the brand by engaging customers in creative activities and demonstrations, as needed

What you’ll bring to the table

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with customers and other associates
• General office equipment, including computer and printer, Point of Sale (POS) system, AS400 system, company email system, company learning management system, telephone/intercom system, copier, fax machine, SKU and tagger guns, tape machine, small hand tools, ladders, step stools, hand truck/dolly, baler, calculator, electronic two‑way radio with earpiece
• Good reading and written language skills (English), strong communication skills, basic arithmetic, interpersonal skills, telephone presence, data entry skills
• Ability to work in a flexible environment, shift quickly as our business evolves, and focus on continuous learning
• Engage in, maintain and support store safety standards and training
• Demonstrate creative problem‑solving to maintain a solutions‑oriented and teamwork focus

We’d love to hear from you if you have…

• Customer service experience preferred
• Retail experience preferred