Operations Associate (Part-Time) - King Street

Operations Associate (Part-Time) - King StreetCharleston, South Carolina, United StatesWhy Join ALO?Mindful movement. It's at the core of why we do what we do at ALO—it's our calling. Because mindful movement in the studio leads to better living. It changes who yogis are off the mat, making their lives and their communities better. That's the real meaning of studio-to-street: taking the consciousness from practice on the mat and putting it into practice in life.OverviewThe 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 ResponsibilitiesExecute inventory management processes effectively with a focus on maximizing inventory accuracy and reducing shrinkInvestigate and root cause inventory accuracy issues, partnering with the General/Store Manager to escalate process or system gapsSupport 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 managementMaintain and champion strong visual standards for the sales floorWork closely with reporting, budgets, expenses, inventory control, supplies, vendor relationships, technology, and facilities to ensure maintained and maximizedSupport a safe work environment and efficient operation through strong stockroom standards and processesMove dynamically on the retail floor to assess and fulfill the needs of the business, team and guestsExecute 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 excellenceDemonstrate strong business acumen by leveraging metrics to support business-driving strategiesResolve client needs quickly & effectively ensuring customer satisfactionIdentify product concerns and communicate inventory needs to support the business goalsDuties 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 Qualifications1+ years prior work experience in a client-centric, sales & operational environmentRequires constant movement in and around all areas of storeAbility to lift, push, carry or otherwise move up to 50 poundsAbility to lift, bend, kneel, climb, crawl and/or twist, and safely climb up/down a ladderAbility to stand and move for an entire shiftPassion for customer service and delivering exceptional experiencesSelf-motivated with a desire to achieve results and excel individually, and as a teamAligns with and embodies ALO's Guiding PrinciplesOperations Associate SchedulePart-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 PerksGenerous employee discount for ALO, and free membership to ALO Wellness Club, with access to hundreds of streaming fitness and yoga classes with top instructorsCompetitive 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 IncentivesClothing AllowanceFree yoga classes at any of our Sanctuaries (select cities)