OVERVIEW

The Operations Associate is critical in the store team and is responsible for driving profitability and efficiency. The Operations Associate will work closely with the Operations & Visual Management team in initiating, completing work, and providing feedback to the team to achieve optimal results supporting total store operations.  

Key Job Responsibilities 

• Execute inventory management processes effectively with a focus om maximizing inventory accuracy and reducing shrink
• Investigate and root cause inventory accuracy issues, partnering with the General/Store Manager to escalate process or system gaps
• Support execution of key operational functions including shipment, receiving and processing, reverse transfers, sales floor recovery, intra-day sales floor replenishment, floor set updates, and supply management
• Maintain and champion strong visual standards for the sales floor
• Work closely with reporting, budgets, expenses, inventory control, supplies, vendor relationships, technology, and facilities to ensure maintained and maximized
• Support a safe work environment and efficient operation through strong stockroom standards and processes
• Move dynamically on the retail floor to assess and fulfill the needs of the business, team and guests
• Execute company-level operations-focused directives, projects and initiates, in partnership with the Operations & Visual Management team.  
• Assists in processing shipment and ensuring product flow; including but not limited to visual merchandising placement and daily replenishment excellence
• Demonstrate strong business acumen by leveraging metrics to support business-driving strategies
• Resolve client needs quickly & effectively ensuring customer satisfaction
• Identify product concerns and communicate inventory needs to support the business goals
• Duties require constant movement in and around the store, including the sales floor and back of house. When not actively assisting guests, this position takes initiative to perform other tasks, as needed, to keep store clean, safe, inviting and operating efficiently. 

Operations Associate Qualifications 

• 1+ years prior work experience in a client-centric, sales & operational environment
• Requires constant movement in and around all areas of store
• Ability to lift, push, carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to lift, bend, kneel, climb, crawl and/or twist, and safely climb up/down a ladder
• Ability to stand and move for an entire shift
• Passion for customer service and delivering exceptional experiences
• Self-motivated with a desire to achieve results and excel individually, and as a team
• Aligns with and embodies Alo’s Guiding Principles  

Operations Associate Schedule 

Part-Time non-exempt associates are expected to work up to 30 hours per week, based on the needs of the business, for a shift minimum of 4 hours. Full-Time non-exempt associates are expected to have open availability, 7 days a week, between 32 - 40 hours. All employees without exception are expected to be able to work during the company’s Blackout period, from the week of American Thanksgiving (including Black Friday and Thanksgiving weekend) through the end of the holiday season (the 1st week of January). 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, ALO does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

JUST SOME OF THE PERKS 

• Generous employee discount for Bella+Canvas, ALO, and free membership to ALO Wellness, with access to hundreds of streaming fitness and yoga classes with top instructors
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plan options, and enhanced additional benefits such as free virtual access to mental health providers and new parent support for employees and dependents (Full-Time Employees)
• Monthly Store Incentives
• Clothing Allowance
• Free yoga classes at any of our Sanctuaries

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Part-Time Position (Weekend Availability)

The Keyholder will develop professional skills that will contribute to the financial growth of the company. He or she will be responsible to support the goals of the company and the individual store. A keyholder is expected to deliver on the company’s customer service expectations, operational and loss prevention procedures, and people development process. They will assist managers with their responsibilities in order to meet the standards and expectations of their roles, which may include merchandising, inventory or employee experience related functions.

Responsibilities

Customer Experience

 Protect the customer experience in all areas

 Help achieve clientele data capture goals in order to drive sales and maintain customer focus

 Ensure daily monitoring and execution of sales

 Provide a friendly and welcoming environment

 Maintain a professional appearance consistent with established dress code and image guidelines

 Maximize personal sales at all opportunities, including additional sales at cash wrap

 Assist in conflict resolution with client issues

 Communicate product and customer feedback to managers

 Achieve personal SPH goals*

People

 Support management team with training new associates on customer service standards and product knowledge

 Supervise sales floor and provide direct supervision for an abbreviated period of time in the absence of a store manager on the floor

 Supervise and develop sales associates as necessary

Operational Standards

 Responsible for all opening/closing procedures of the store on all designated shifts as per the store hours of operation

 Ensure strict compliance and adhering to the application of policies and procedure

 Key Holders will be able to process returns, but cannot execute employee purchases

 Assists the Management Team with inventory preparations and participate in the actual Inventory

 Ensure operational integrity & asset protection compliance in day to day operations & practices

Visual Presentation/Store Maintenance

 Actively participate in all merchandising activities including, but not limited to: daily stock maintenance and order, stock receiving and processing, product transfers, maintaining sales floor standards, and flips

 Be knowledgeable of the store's merchandise, back of house and front of house layout

Skills and Requirements

 Must have a minimum of 1-2 years of retail experience

 Excellent interpersonal skills supporting a team environment

 Strong English communication - verbal and written / Multilingual is a plus

 Excellent time management/project skills

 Strong planning and organizational skills with a sense of priority for deadlines and attention to detail

 Ability to recognize and react to changing work demands

 Comfortable and confident in making effective autonomous (and group) decisions in a timely manner

 Goal oriented: ability to stay focused on creating winning results

 Dedicated to high levels of Customer Service and Sales Productivity

 On the job special projects that have developed depth of related experience an asset

 Physical Demands: • Hours/days of work can be varied due to the demands of the business/Weekend Availability • Must be able to work shift standing and walking and able to lift approx 20 lbs. • Must be able to pack, unpack and move stock when supporting in receiving / stocking store functions