Distribution Associate
About the role
At Fleet Feet Chicago, we believe that running changes everything. For over 30 years, we have curated and created products, programs, and experiences that inspire and empower runners in the Chicagoland area. We believe it’s a privilege to serve and remain committed to delivering unmatched service and support when outfitting customers with the gear they need to be successful in their active endeavors. We like to keep things high-spirited, fast-paced, and fun. We don’t mind wearing more than a few hats and stepping in to help out wherever is needed. Our team is a group of knowledgeable and hardworking individuals who work, sweat and live passionately. We run together to solve a problem, reach a goal, get inspired, and champion our brand each day. We are in full pursuit to find passionate people to join us on our quest and bring our core values to life. Joining Fleet Feet Chicago is joining a team and a community that ignites and promotes running and fitness. We pride ourselves in putting people first and know that what we do each day does not happen anywhere else, for staff or customers. We truly believe that running changes everything.
Responsibilities
As a Distribution Associate, this position will entail working with the Distribution Manager and coordinator to execute the overall distribution of merchandise to Fleet Feet Chicago's retail stores. Merchandise will include footwear, apparel, and accessory categories slated for retail sale. This position will also include receiving and stocking apparel and accessories.
- Assisting merchandise distribution to stores
- Pulling footwear and accessories for store transfers
- Accurately counting and stickering incoming apparel/accessories
- Helping to keep accurate inventory numbers for apparel and accessory merchandise
- Maintaining a clean an efficient work area for distribution operations
- Maintain a fun and positive work environment for distribution staff
- Support all Fleet Feet initiatives, activities and functions
In a typical week, this position will work 20 hours out of the distribution center Monday through Thursday. Additional hours may be available based on the needs of the on business.
Qualifications
- 1+ years of operations experience preferred
- Strong business acumen and retail industry knowledge preferred
- RICS knowledge at an operational level preferred
- Able to keep accurate number counts when distributing merchandise
- Excellent communicator with the ability to listen and adapt
- Builds and maintains trust by using sound judgment
- Collaborative and customer-centric
- Willing to go above and beyond when needed
- Live an active lifestyle
Work environment
This position is performed in a warehouse setting and requires substantial walking and standing for extended periods throughout the workday. Hours of work for this position may vary based on work schedule. Position requires moving around for periods of 2-4 hours without a rest break, task sequencing, and using point-of-sale computers. Occasional moderate to heavy (10-25+ lb) lifting and carrying, bending and reaching overhead may be required. Work environment includes substantial communication with customers, working in a retail environment with product displays and stockroom with inventory, and potentially slippery surfaces.
Perks
- High energy and fun atmosphere
- Training and advancement opportunities within the Fleet Feet brand
- Community involvement and community service activities
- Passionate team members
Benefits
- Paid Time Off and Sick Time
- Employee/Vendor Discounts