PART TIME OPERATIONS ASSOCIATE - CHICAGO

CELINE; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Bonus structure

Paid time off

401k

Job summary

CELINE in Chicago is hiring an Operations Associate to manage merchandise movement and inventory. The position requires at least 5 years of retail experience, especially in stock or inventory and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include maintaining organized inventory, supporting sales, and managing shipments. CELINE offers a generous benefits package, including medical insurance, bonus structure, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a retail setting, with a focus on stock or inventory.
• Computer literate; able to learn and use various software packages.
• Foreign languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct the movement of all pre-sale merchandise entering and exiting the store.
• Maintain inventory in an efficient, clean, and organized fashion.
• Manage and process all inter-store transfers and outgoing shipments.

Skills

Inventory management

Customer service orientation

Problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Education

Business School / University or equivalent experience

Tools

Retail inventory software

Job description

Symbol of elegance and authentic luxury with its sophisticated and timeless Collections, CELINE is a French Leather-Goods and Couture House, driven by a strong artistic and holistic vision. CELINE’s ambition is to be one of the most iconic luxury brands worldwide.

To make this vision a reality we are looking for agile, passionate and authentic personalities who are eager to evolve in a highly creative and challenging environment.

YOUR WORK ENVIRONMENT

The Operations Associate is responsible for directing the movement of all pre‑sale merchandise entering and exiting the store and for ensuring that all shipping/receiving policies, procedures, and directives are implemented.

YOUR IMPACT

• Maintain inventory in an efficient, clean, secure, and organized fashion
• Support sales staff when merchandise is needed that is in stock but not on the sales floor
• Anticipate merchandise maintenance needs and providing proactive solutions to space and storage issues
• Ensure that all merchandise is ticketed
• Support visual, merchandising and operations needs with the moving and storage of fixtures, furniture, merchandise, props, etc.
• Support the operation and maintenance of the store in regard to facility and fixture maintenance, coordinating cleaning and repair when required
• Effectively participate in the timely preparation and completion of all inventories and cycle counts
• Maintain an active role in the inventory reconciliation process
• Manage and process all inter‑store transfers, stock rotations and incoming / outgoing shipments as per policies and procedures
• Understand and accurately complete all Prêt‑à‑porter work and procedures relative to inventory maintenance (i.e., damages, RTVs, etc.)
• Ensure the highest standards while and packaging client merchandise
• Manage all aspects of the client delivery process inclusive of troubleshooting missing deliveries
• Document all deliveries to clients, track and locate merchandise when necessary
• Assist other departments or on the selling floor as needed and as requested by the Assistant Store Manager/ Store Manager/ Director

KEYS FOR SUCCESS

Education: Business School, University or "equivalent experience"

Experience: Position requires minimum of 5 years of experience in a retail setting, with a focus on stock or inventory, preferably in a luxury setting. Computer literate; learn and use various software packages.

Competencies: Action oriented; result driven.
Customer service oriented.
Social perceptiveness.
Problem‑solver.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Languages: Foreign Languages a plus

Workplace: 939 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611

OTHER INFORMATION

Potential starting date: As soon as possible

OUR COMMITMENT

CELINE is an equal opportunity employer. We want to offer an inclusive environment of mutual respect where we welcome diversity and all our employees feel included, developed, and heard. We are committed to the prevention of all discrimination, providing equal opportunities to all applicants irrespective of gender, gender expression, disability, origin, background, religious beliefs or sexual orientation or any other basis protected by law. CELINE recruits and recognizes all types of talent and singularities. At our Maison, we offer a generous benefits package including medical insurance, bonus structure, paid time off, holiday pay, 401k, automatic employee contribution, and more.