Retail Sales and Store Support

Safeway; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Associate discounts

Training and development

Health and welfare benefits

Vacation / Paid time off

Job summary

Safeway in Albany, OR is hiring a Retail Sales and Store Support team member to help customers, stock shelves, and maintain clean, organized store areas. You will assist shoppers, rotate stock, and keep displays up-to-date while rotating between departments.

The role offers variety and a fast-paced environment in a convenient neighborhood grocery setting.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older (18+ for some roles).
• Retail, stocking, or customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to operate equipment such as pallet jacks, balers, and box cutters with training and safety guidelines.
• Basic math and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers and answer questions to help them shop.
• Stock shelves, rotate products, and maintain displays.
• Update pricing or signage and keep backrooms organized.
• Support multiple departments and stay active in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Customer service

Stocking & Merchandising

Product knowledge

Attention to detail

Organization & time management

Inventory awareness

Tools

Pallet jacks

Box cutters

Job description

A Day In The Life

As a Retail Sales and Store Support team member, your day is focused on keeping the store clean, organized, and easy to shop. You help customers locate what they need, answer questions, and maintain a welcoming environment across different areas of the store. Whether restocking shelves, assisting with selections, or answering questions, your role helps customers move through their shopping experience with ease.

Another part of the role is keeping products available and displays in good condition throughout the day. You’ll stock shelves, rotate products, update pricing or signage, and maintain backroom organization. Between handling inventory, working across different departments, and maintaining store standards, the day stays active, making it a good fit for someone who enjoys variety and staying engaged in a fast-paced environment.

What You Bring To The Table

• Customer Interaction Skills: Clear, helpful communication when assisting customers and answering questions
• Stocking & Merchandising: Experience placing products on shelves, facing items, and maintaining display standards
• Product Knowledge: Familiarity with store layout, pricing, and general merchandise across departments
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in pricing, labeling, product rotation, and removing outdated items
• Organization & Time Management: Managing multiple tasks while maintaining clean, organized work areas
• Inventory Awareness: Monitoring product levels and assisting with restocking and ordering processes
• Equipment Use: Handling tools such as pallet jacks, box cutters, or handheld devices following safety guidelines
• Adaptability: Comfort moving between tasks, departments, and priorities throughout the shift
• Physical Capability: Comfort with standing and walking for extended periods, lifting up to 60 lbs., and working in varying environments including backroom and outdoor areas

Requirements

• Must be 16 years of age or older (18 years of age or older, depending on role requirements)
• Prior retail, stocking, or customer service experience preferred
• Ability to operate equipment such as pallet jacks, balers, and box cutters following training and safety guidelines
• Basic math and communication skills required
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English
• Availability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Compliance with company policies including safety, sanitation, and dress standards

Why You Will Choose Us

Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company’s philosophy. Our goal is to continue to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being and that starts with people like you bringing your unique self to our company and making it one person stronger and better!

We Also Provide a Variety Of Benefits Including

• Inclusive work culture built on belonging
• Competitive Wages paid weekly
• Flexible work schedules
• Associate discounts
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Vacation / Paid Time Off

Our Values

• We put people first.
• We are customer driven.
• We value different perspectives.
• We raise the bar.
• We act as owners.
• We are one team.
• We build belonging.
• We are committed to a healthy future.