Retail Customer Service Associate

POSITION SUMMARY The Store Consultant consistently delivers a positive customer experience to all customers, utilizing consultative skills to anticipate customer needs, suggest alternatives and provide solutions. This customer service focused team member is knowledgeable in all areas of the Store's business, including print, signs & graphics, and shipping. They will be responsible for taking orders, coordinating activities in the Store, providing pricing and product information, and recommending appropriate FedEx Office products and services. The Store Consultant will operate and maintain a wide variety of equipment, move boxes and equipment, stock materials, manage the production queue and output, manage complex projects, manage retail supply, and complete assigned tasks based on priority. Benefits Full‑time employees are eligible to enroll in medical, dental, and/or vision coverage and participate in Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) on date of hire. Part‑time employees who have completed 91 days of employment and worked a minimum average of 17 hours per week are eligible to enroll in medical, dental, and/or vision coverage and participate in Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). 401(k) plan with company match after one year of service; eligibility begins on the first day of the month coincident with or following one month of service. Educational assistance up to $5,250 per calendar year for tuition and other allowable education expenses. Must be working at FedEx for 90 continuous days to receive reimbursement. Paid time off: holiday pay, bereavement time, and accrual programs for paid vacation and sick time. Paid sick time accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 72 hours (unless a higher amount is required by law). Vacation accrues based on position, hours worked, and years of service. 4 premium holidays, 2 non‑premium holidays, and 2 floating holidays. 2 weeks paid parental leave. Paid Military Leave (up to 80 hours for full‑time or up to 40 hours for part‑time) during short‑term military leave of 21 days or less. Adoption Assistance Program (regular part‑time/full‑time employees with 12 months continuous service), LTD & STD Disability (regular full‑time employees after completing 180 days of active employment), Life Insurance (part‑time/full‑time employees are eligible for basic and supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) on date of hire), Commuter (part‑time/full‑time employees in all locations on date of hire, coverage begins two months after election, can elect anytime in the year), and Voluntary benefits (regular part‑time/full‑time employees on date of hire). GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES People Follows instructions of supervisors and assists other team members in performing store functions. Assists in the training of store team members. Service Demonstrates consultative behaviors in a retail environment to understand each customer's individualized need. Provides customer expertise in printing, signs and graphics and shipping product lines and can recommend appropriate FedEx Office products and services. Provides an outstanding customer service experience by using consultative skills to anticipate customer needs, suggest alternatives, and find solutions to meet customer needs. Ensures all customer problems are resolved quickly and to the satisfaction of the customer. Takes complex customer orders using order systems and provides accurate pricing information. Assembles parcels and prepares goods for shipping by wrapping items in insulation, inserting items into shipping containers, weighing packages, and affixing labels to parcels. Sets up and operates printing, binding, and other related equipment using customer supplied original media and documents. Maintains a safe, clean and orderly retail Store. Profit Ensures confidentiality of customer data and careful handling of documents, media, and packages. Processes financial transactions using a Point‑of‑Sale terminal (POS), including handling cash and making change. Cleans, repairs, and stocks all retail store printing and shipping equipment and supplies to provide optimal performance and availability. Stays current on retail Store merchandising materials and ensures proper display of all retail area product and signage. Takes preemptive action to prevent errors and waste. Completes required financial paperwork and may assist with financial reporting including daily sales, close‑outs and bank deposits. Follows FedEx Office standard operating procedures as well as adhering to legal, HR, safety, customer service and security policies and procedures. Self‑Management Performs multiple tasks at the same time. Looks for opportunities to improve knowledge and skills within the retail Store. Able to operate with minimal supervision. Adheres to all FedEx Office team member and retail store standards, as outlined in the team member handbook. All other duties as needed or required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS High school diploma or equivalent education. 6+ months of specialized experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Ability to stand during entire shift, excluding meal and rest periods. Ability to move and lift 55 pounds. Ability, on a consistent basis, to bend/twist at the waist and knees. Ability, on a consistent basis, to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and other team members. Ability, on a consistent basis, to perform work activities requiring cooperation and instruction. Ability, on a consistent basis, to function in a fast‑paced environment, under substantial pressure. Ability, on a consistent basis, to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time. Ability, on a consistent basis, to work with minimal supervision. Ability, on a consistent basis, to report regularly to work and maintain established business hours in order to support the FedEx Office business; regular attendance and/or reporting could include regular attendance at a physical location and/or maintaining established business hours depending on the scope and nature of the position. Pay $18.35 – $21.57/hr Additional Details Quality Driven Management strives to deliver market‑leading customer experience, business excellence, and financial return through a Quality‑oriented culture and day‑to‑day application of Quality science. Suggests areas for improvement in internal processes along with possible solutions. Works with management to reduce company costs/wastes, and to optimize profitability in areas of responsibility. Applies Quality concepts presented at training during daily activities. Supports FedEx Office Quality initiatives. Equal Opportunity Employer FedEx Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Vets/Disability. FedEx Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, including throughout the application and hiring process, if requested. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should email View email address on click.appcast.io. FedEx Office will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act. The existence of a criminal record is not an automatic or absolute bar to employment and a candidate's criminal record will be considered individually based on factors such as the relationship between the job sought and the criminal offense, the timing of the offense, the nature of the offense, and any other relevant information. #J-18808-Ljbffr