Warehouse Operations Associate

Staples is business to business.

You’re what binds us together.

Our supply chain team is dedicated to meeting our customers’ needs both now and in the future. By pairing innovative technology with dynamic employees, we create smarter, more efficient ways to meet our customers’ needs faster. Our network of distribution, fulfillment, fleet, furniture installation and professional teams work together in fun and safe environments to deliver state-of-the-art products, services, and expertise to our customers.

What you’ll be doing

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Run reports in systems such as WMS, Sunbeam or other WMS or labor reporting systems.
Assist department leader in managing the workflow as needed.
Provide required information to supervisors and managers to meet reporting and metric requirements.
Assist with communicating information to departmental teams.
Analyze data from information and develop recommendations for action or improvement.
Maintain system as required due to upgrades or business changes.
Ensure compliance with systems and SOPS and audit activity to ensure compliance.
Coordinate and communicate any major changes or enhancements to the systems.
Work closely with Clerical support, supervisors, and managers at the location and those providing central administration and/or services.
Interact with customer service to expedite and manage high touch customer requests, research complaints, and resolve issues.
Provide support and backup for operations specialist role in other departments as needed.
Provide support and backup in various warehouse functional areas as needed.
Direct associate concerns to department leader.

What you bring to the table

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Significant above average math skills.
Perceptible verbal, written and communications skills with a focus on detail oriented.
Calculable building metrics and knowledge of Staples product flow and the interdependencies between departments.
Ability to help supervisors lead and coordinate effective work operations using data and information to help improve processes.
Ability to work as a team member by interacting and communicating with fellow associates in a cooperative and effective manner.

Qualifications:

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications

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1+ years of basic Microsoft Excel computer skills
1+ years of basic knowledge (depending on location) of EXE/PKMS/WMS, Galaxy AS/400 system, Sunbeam, BRIO, Cubiscan dimension calculation equipment, AMS software for Cubiscan
Certification in Material Handling equipment or willingness to learn

What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications:

Microsoft Access experience preferred
Knowledge of MS Teams environment preferred including Power BI

We Offer

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Hourly Shift
Differentials vary by location and shift.

Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups.
Staples offers both Full-Time and Part-Time benefits. Some Full-Time benefits include: 112 Hours of PTO and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays + 1 floating holiday)
Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more perks and benefits

Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates
At Staples, “inclusion” is an action word. It represents what we do to ensure that all employees feel valued and supported to contribute to their fullest potential. When we operate inclusively, diversity naturally follows. This is why we work hard to foster an inclusive culture, as we seek employees with unique and varied perspectives and areas of expertise. The result is a better workplace and innovative thinking that helps us exceed our customers’ expectations – through the power of the people behind our iconic brand. Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.