Part-Time Associate, Logistics & Inventory Ops

Part Time Associate Logistics & Inventory

Location: 3232 Lake Ave Suite 1 Wilmette IL 60091

Compensation for this role starts at $17/hour.

Overview:
As a Logistics & Inventory Ops Associate youll be a key player in ensuring smooth inventory flow and backofhouse operations for Wayfairs Physical Retail team. Your responsibilities will include unloading shipments managing inventory movement and maintaining product accuracy to create a seamless shopping experience for customers. This role requires attention to detail comfort with warehouse environments and the ability to handle heavy merchandise efficiently. The ideal candidate is highly organized thrives in a fastpaced setting and is eager to contribute to operational excellence.

What Does a Logistics & Inventory Associate Do

• Demonstrates Reliability: Attendance and commitment to being present and on time for your full shift each day is crucial. This ensures were prepared to support our customers when they need us most. For unexpected events or issues we require our team members to be proactive in their communications and planning whenever possible.
• Receive and Process Shipments: Unload and receive inbound furniture and other products including manually moving large heavy goods. Ensure inventory is accurately processed and documented.
• Customer Engagement: You will be responsible for owning and delivering a positive customer experience for curbside transitions carryout pickups and returns.
• Ensure Inventory Accuracy: Use scanning technology to record cartonlevel details including product condition quantity and location within the store.
• Monitor Order Management Systems: Track instore and online orders processed through backofhouse operations to ensure timely fulfillment.
• Manage Inventory Movement: Pick stage and move products from storage to the sales floor while maintaining proper organization and placement.
• Support Operational Excellence: Collaborate with store teams to resolve inventory discrepancies maintain accurate stock levels and uphold Wayfairs commitment to efficiency.
• Adhere to Safety Standards: Follow safety guidelines for lifting equipment use and warehouse operations to create a secure work environment.

What are the Job Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Retail or Warehouse Experience: At least 6 months of experience working in a retail backroom warehouse distribution or logistics environment is preferred.
• Physical Capability: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and move items 150 lbs with equipment or a team lift. Comfortable working in a warehouse/backofhouse environment for the majority of the shift.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with scanning technology and order management systems is preferred.
• Adaptability & ProblemSolving: Ability to adjust to evolving processes and take initiative in troubleshooting inventory or logistics challenges.

Additional Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Physical Demands
• Frequent movement including standing stooping kneeling crouching
• Occasional lifting carrying pushing and pulling up to 50 lbs
• Frequent repetitive motions and coordination
• Constant handling grasping and communication (talking/hearing)
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs and balance
• Working Environment
• Some exposure to cold heat and humidity
• Occasional noise and vibrations
• Minimal hazards and seasonal temperature changes

What are the Benefits*

• Competitive Pay: Earn competitive compensation with regular opportunities for performancebased increases.
• Career Growth: Access professional development and advancement opportunities to help you grow with us.
• Health Benefits from Day One: Medical dental and vision insurance coverage starts on your first day.
• Time to Recharge: Start accruing paid time off immediatelybecause worklife balance matters.
• 401(k) with Company Match: Well match up to 4% to help you plan for your future.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Eligible after 6 months of employmentlearn grow and get support along the way.
• Wayfair Employee Discount: Save big on the pieces you loveplus get 10% off at our instore restaurant .
• Parental Leave Options: Choose from paid and unpaid leave plans to support your growing family.
• And So Much More: *Weve got more good stuff where that came from! NOTE: our fulltime roles receive the full benefits package above while parttime or seasonal team members may have modified offerings. Your recruiter or instore team can help with any questions!