Retail Scan Associate (Pittsburgh, PA 15217)
This is a permanent part-time role averaging 6–10 base hours per week across all stores, depending on store size and workload. Additional hours (typically 1–2 hours per week per store) are frequently assigned for special projects, with higher demand from January through June.
About the role
ScanScape Retail Scan Associates visit a designated selection of stores each week to scan all product barcodes on displays and in aisle locations, including aisle end caps. The data collected is analyzed and used to improve the sales performance of the product and retailer.
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This role offers workplace independence, some flexibility in hours, and job consistency. There will be continuous physical activity throughout the workday shift.
Responsibilities
- Perform in-store data collections at assigned local retailers every week for 52 weeks a year, including holiday weeks.
- Scan barcodes in numerous locations throughout each store using a downloadable app on your mobile phone.
- Provide the quantity of about 45% of the products scanned.
- Complete weekly Display Scanning on the entire store, which can take several hours.
- Perform Custom Projects—additional work requested by clients that can add 1 to 2 hours per week per store.
- Adhere to weekly deadlines to ensure data quality and reliability.
Requirements
- At least 18 years old with a valid driver’s license.
- Reliable vehicle with minimum state auto insurance coverage.
- Ability to endure being on your feet for long periods while accessing products throughout the store.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, reach 6 feet in the air, and bend/stretch/stoop/stand.
- Ability to perform repetitive movements with hands, wrists, arms, and legs for prolonged periods.
- Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
- Must be a deadline-driven self-starter.
- Access to reliable Wi-Fi.
- Tech-savvy.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation ($16/hr).
- Flexibility in working hours, tailored to accommodate both personal scheduling needs and client requirements.
- Paid travel at your hourly rate (minus first & last 15 minutes).
- Paid sick time.
- Eligibility for 401(k) with employer matching contributions.
- Monetary referral program.
Schedule
Available workdays by store type and location:
- Grocery (PITTSBURGH PA 15203): Thursday or Friday
- Mass (MONROEVILLE PA 15146): Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday
- Drug (PITTSBURGH PA 15217): Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday
- Grocery (PITTSBURGH PA 15235): Wednesday or Thursday
- Grocery (PITTSBURGH PA 15203): Wednesday or Thursday
- Convenience (PITTSBURGH PA 15203): Sunday through Thursday