Outlet Associate - Product Handler (Part-Time)

Room & Board; Golden Valley (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free access to Wellness & Fitness Cent

401(k) match

Generous product discounts

Job summary

Room & Board in Golden Valley, MN is seeking a part-time Weekend Outlet Associate to support showroom operations and assist customers with a friendly, hands-on approach.

You will lift/move furniture, wrap upholstery, load in customer vehicles, and keep the floor stocked while delivering engaging service on Saturdays and Sundays.

This role offers weekend shifts, competitive hourly pay, employee discounts, and wellness/fitness center access, with opportunities to grow within our team.

Qualifications

• Ability to consistently lift and mobilize furniture and accessories, while utilizing appropriate equipment and adhering to safety guidelines.
• Placing and re-arranging product onto the showroom floor.
• Ability to think quickly in order to efficiently process sales.
• Comfortable leveraging technology to support our customers.
• Previous retail sales experience is preferred.
• Ability to provide proof of identity and legal work authorization upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Using tools to move all furniture on and off the showroom floor
• Wrapping upholstery for delivery
• Loading furniture into customer’s vehicles
• Engaging with customers with strong communication skills
• Working productively and effectively in a high energy environment
• Problem-solving in a variety of situations

Skills

Customer service & communication

Ambidexterity & physical stamina

Sales mindset

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

Do you love Room & Board's product and our mission as a company? Are looking for a fun part-time weekend job? Come, join our Outlet team!

People are drawn to work at our weekend outlet part-time for all sorts of reasons. No matter what brings you here, you'll jump into a part-time job surrounded by awesome American-made products and super cool customers. Plus, you'll join a team of friendly co-workers who bring a mix of backgrounds and experiences, making this part-time job something really special and rewarding.

As a part-time, Weekend Outlet Associate / Product Handler, you play an essential role in creating an exceptional experience for our customers as you support the behind-the-scenes work of our showroom. You are comfortable using your hands and prefer working on your feet in a fast-paced, retail environment, but you also appreciate engaging with customers to complete their shopping experience with “wow” customer-service moments. You’ll join a team of positive people who love what they do as they represent the Room & Board brand and enjoy a sense of camaraderie in working together.

Schedule: Saturdays from 9:30AM to 4:30PM & Sundays from 10:30AM to 4:30PM (average of 5 weekend shifts per month)

Location: 4600 Olson Memorial, Golden Valley, MN (Hwy 100 & 55)

Explore the video below to immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere that defines the energy of working as a weekend Outlet Associate. Each weekend, our devoted customers eagerly line up, filled with excitement and anticipation, as they seek out timeless pieces to enhance and complete their homes.

As a part-time weekend Outlet Associate in our outlet, you’ll be responsible for:

• Using tools to move all furniture on and off the showroom floor
• Wrapping upholstery for delivery
• Loading furniture into customer’s vehicles
• Engaging with customers with strong communication skills
• Working productively and effectively in a high energy environment
• Problem-solving in a variety of situations

The qualities you’ll bring to be successful as a part-time weekend Outlet Associate :

• High level of professionalism and a passion to represent our brand
• Desire to focus on serving the customer with agility, confidence, and enthusiasm
• Strong attention to detail

You'll also bring the following skills and requirements as a part-time weekend Outlet Associate :

• Ability to consistently lift and mobilize furniture and accessories, while utilizing appropriate equipment and adhering to safety guidelines
• Placing and re-arranging product onto the showroom floor
• Ability to think quickly in order to efficiently process sales
• Comfortable leveraging technology to support our customers
• Previous retail sales experience is preferred
• Ability to provide proof of identity and legal work authorization upon hire

What you'll find working here as a weekend Outlet Associate:

• Salary: $18.50 / hour
• We offer a refreshing approach to retail combined with a culture that is truly special
• Free access to our Wellness & Fitness Center (just steps away from the Outlet)
• Up to a 4% 401(k) match when we meet our financial goals
• Generous discount on our products

Application Deadline: The position will remain open until filled; there is no specified deadline.

Room & Board is a modern furniture and home decor retailer committed to creating beautiful, well-made products while providing exceptional customer service. Our mission is to help people create homes they love through timeless designs, sustainable practices, and a focus on quality craftsmanship. To view our benefits in detail and to learn more about our culture, please visit our career site at https://www.roomandboard.com/careers.

Room & Board is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or staff member on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We also prohibit harassment of applicants and staff members based on any protected category, characteristic or status. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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