Part Time Merchandise / Product Handler (Weekends Only)

Room & Board; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join Room & Board as a Weekend Outlet Associate in Oak Brook, IL, where you'll engage customers and handle products in a vibrant retail environment. This part-time role offers a competitive hourly wage and a supportive team atmosphere, perfect for those who love modern furniture and exceptional customer service.

Benefits

Generous discount on products

Up to a 4% 401(k) match

Qualifications

• High level of professionalism and passion to be a strong brand ambassador.
• Desire to focus on serving the customer with agility, confidence, and enthusiasm.
• Ability to consistently lift and mobilize furniture and accessories.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage with customers and answer questions.
• Process sales orders using a computer system.
• Use equipment to move furniture on and off the showroom floor.

Skills

Customer Engagement

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Job description

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

There are several reasons people find themselves working at our weekend outlet on a part-time basis as a product handler. No matter what situation brings you here, you'll discover a part-time role that surrounds you with beautiful product, engaging customers, and professional and supportive co-workers who come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences - making this part-time job truly special!

As a part-time Weekend Outlet Associate / Sales Floor & 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 outlet. 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: In this part-time role as a product handler, you will work Saturdays and Sundays: 9:30am-6pm with one weekend off per month.

Location: 2525 West 22nd Street, Oak Brook, IL 60523

As a part-time Product Handler / Weekend Outlet Associate, you’ll be responsible for:

• Actively looking for ways to answer questions, offer solutions, and engage with customers
• Processing sales orders using a computer system that maintains customer and sales information
• Using equipment to move furniture on and off the showroom floor
• Wrapping upholstery for delivery
• Loading home furnishings into customer’s vehicles
• Engaging with customers on the showroom floor and creating a positive customer experience
• Working productively and effectively in a high energy environment
• Problem-solving in a variety of situations

You’ll bring the following qualities as a product handler:

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

Position Requirements:

• Ability to consistently lift and mobilize furniture and accessories, while utilizing appropriate equipment and adhering to safety guidelines

What you'll find working here:

We offer a refreshing approach to retail combined with an extraordinary culture. Additionally, we offer:

• Salary: $18 / hour
• 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 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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About the company

Modern furniture & home decor designed to fit your modern life. Explore handcrafted, American-made modern furniture at Room & Board.

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