Location: Robson Retail Store (#2068), Vancouver, BC
Position: Part-Time Sales Associate (Back of House)
Adidas is looking for a detail-oriented and energetic individual to join its Robson Retail Store team in Vancouver, BC, as a Part-Time Sales Associate (Back of House). This role focuses on supporting stockroom operations, ensuring smooth product flow, and assisting customers with their needs while upholding adidas’ standards for customer service and store performance.
Job Purpose
The Back of House Sales Associate is responsible for maintaining efficient stockroom operations, supporting inventory flow, and contributing to the overall customer experience. You’ll assist customers with product selection, process transactions, and ensure merchandise is organized and readily available.
Key Responsibilities
- Support shipping and receiving activities, including handling inner-store transfers and preparing for annual inventory counts.
- Maintain stockroom cleanliness and organization, including disposing of garbage and keeping supplies orderly.
- Assist with the flow of products from the stockroom to the sales floor to ensure merchandise availability.
- Conduct daily cash audits and return reports in collaboration with Loss Prevention when needed.
- Process regular sales transactions, including cash, credit, and checks, when supporting front-of-house operations.
- Ensure all products are ticketed accurately and verify documentation against received inventory.
- Provide exceptional customer service by assisting with product inquiries, offering recommendations, and upholding adidas’ service standards.
- Maintain the store's overall appearance, help replenish merchandise, and address customer inquiries.
- Develop knowledge of adidas products, including technology, promotions, and advertising programs.
- Support a positive team environment by respecting coworkers and collaborating effectively.
- Follow company policies related to inventory control and operational procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned by store management.
Skills and Abilities
To excel in this role, candidates should demonstrate the following:
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to solve problems and follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
- Proficiency in basic math operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Ability to operate point-of-sale systems and understand basic cash-handling procedures.
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to address customer inquiries and concerns professionally.
- Physical stamina to stand for extended periods, lift merchandise weighing up to 12 kg frequently and up to 34 kg occasionally, and perform other physical tasks such as kneeling and climbing.
Schedule Requirements
- Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, statutory holidays, and overtime during peak sales periods (e.g., Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Back-to-School).
Qualifications
- Must have or be pursuing a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Three to six months of retail experience preferred but not mandatory.
Why Join Adidas?
Adidas fosters a winning culture built on six core values:
- Courage: Take initiative and act when opportunities arise.
- Ownership: Be proactive and follow through on responsibilities.
- Innovation: Embrace curiosity and strive to improve processes.
- Teamplay: Work collaboratively and support a team-oriented mindset.
- Integrity: Uphold company standards and take accountability.
- Respect: Embrace diversity, display empathy, and treat everyone with dignity.
Joining the adidas Robson Retail Store means being part of a global brand that values its employees, promotes growth, and encourages an athlete’s mindset to achieve excellence.
How to Apply
If you’re an organized, customer-focused individual passionate about retail and teamwork, apply today to become a Part-Time Back of House Sales Associate at adidas Robson Retail Store in Vancouver. This is your chance to work in a dynamic environment, develop your skills, and contribute to the success of a globally respected brand.
Take the first step toward an exciting career with adidas— apply now!
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