Retail Warehouse Specialist

Retail Warehouse Specialist

Responsible to perform a variety of specific duties, both within the store and assigned store locations, under the supervision of the Store Manager. General duties include: unloading of merchandise trucks, received DC merchandise inventory control, and preparing all merchandise for display. Maintains cleanliness and order in the warehouse at all times. Performs furniture touch ups and repairs. Ensures timely execution of moving merchandise to the sales floor. Insures inside and outside of building as well as surrounding grounds up keep and cleanliness. Maintains close communication with store managers to insure customer service consistent with W.S. Badcock standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Provides control of Store and Customer merchandise.
• Secures and maintains the company issued tools.
• Maintains cleaning supplies and equipment; notifies management concerning repairs.
• Cleans, checks, and inspects all merchandise before taking it to the showroom or releasing it for customer P/U for OUTLET Stores or when applicable.
• Handles all Inventory Control and Customer Load Outs for OUTLET Stores (or anywhere when applicable)
• Assists in maintaining store security and safety.
• Learns and complies with the company's loss prevention program by working in a safe manner; identifies and reports, and resolves unsafe conditions that may result in property damage or personal injury.
• Assists with customer P/U (where applicable) and unloads DC merchandise. Un-boxes merchandise. Sets up, displays, cleans, touches-up, repairs, refurbishes, tests/checks returned products,
• Uses a dolly to safely move merchandise; maintains vehicle security
• Cleans and maintains showroom, office areas, rest rooms, front and back of the store, windows, light fixtures, walls, floor, carpet, dumpster area and furniture.
• Any project assigned by Store Management through overview of the Regional Director.

Qualifications include:

• High school diploma / GED.
• Six months retail customer service, staff supervision, and delivery experience.
• Ability to read maps, shipping / packing documents and assembly instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, management and personnel by telephone, or through written communication; assimilate information and make decisions.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities simultaneously. Effective time management skills.
• Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Mechanical ability to service and maintain upholstery and case goods.
• Valid, clean driver's license eligible to be DOT certified to operate a box truck if required.
• Ability to physically and safely lift up to 75 lbs., or move 200 lbs. with a dolly or assistance of another person without injury or damage to the merchandise.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, twist, bend, kneel, crouch, stoop, climb and reach with hands and arms.

Environmental conditions include:

Works indoors in a controlled environment and in an open warehouse subject to various weather conditions. May be exposed to dust, fumes and airborne particles. May be exposed to mechanical / moving parts and electrical shock.

Additional information:

Badcock Home Furniture &more is one of the largest home furniture retailers in the southeast. We're proud to say that we've been serving the community and providing career opportunities for more than a century. There are currently over 380 Badcock stores in eight states, and our headquarters in Mulberry, Florida, employs more than 1,200 dedicated team members. Whether you are an experienced professional or you're just embarking on a new career path, our job opportunities offer growth, advancement and competitive pay and benefits. Come join our diverse team who help families turn their houses into homes.

Employee benefits include:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401K plan
• Company paid life insurance
• Merchandise discount
• Vacation and personal paid time off