Retail Sales and Store Support

Safeway; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Safeway in Hermiston, Oregon is seeking a Retail Sales and Store Support team member to help customers, stock shelves, and keep aisles tidy. You will rotate products, update signage, and maintain backroom organization while supporting a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

The role requires flexibility, basic math, and good communication. You will work across departments to ensure a clean, inviting shopping experience for all customers.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Keep the store clean, organized, and easy to shop across different areas of the store
• Help customers locate items and answer questions to support a welcoming environment
• Stock shelves, rotate products, update pricing or signage, and maintain backroom organization
• Move between departments to maintain store standards and respond to daily priorities

Skills

Customer Interaction Skills

Stocking & Merchandising

Product Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Organization & Time Management

Inventory Awareness

Equipment Use

Adaptability

Physical Capability

Tools

Pallet jacks

Box cutters

Handheld devices

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.