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Forman Mills Inc

117 - Back End Associate

Wyncote, PA · On-site

Backend Associate Reports to: Backend Supervisor Department: Receiving FLSA: Non- Exempt Position Summary: The Backend Associate are required to hang and/ or process all new merchandise accurately ...

BNY

Senior Associate, Back-End Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

Senior Associate, Back-End Engineer At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees' growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of ...

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What is a back end associate?

Back End Associates are employees who typically work in the back end of retail stores or warehouses, handling tasks such as receiving shipments, stocking shelves, processing inventory, and ensuring the sales floor remains organized. They are responsible for the smooth operation of store logistics and may also assist with unloading trucks, managing stockrooms, and preparing products for display. This role is crucial for maintaining inventory accuracy and supporting the sales team by ensuring products are readily available for customers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a back end associate?

To thrive as a Back End Associate, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in retail operations or inventory management. Familiarity with inventory tracking systems, point-of-sale (POS) software, and warehouse equipment is typically required. Dependability, teamwork, and effective communication are vital soft skills for collaborating with front-end staff and maintaining smooth store operations. These skills ensure efficient stock management, accurate inventory control, and a well-organized retail environment.

What are some common challenges faced by back end associates in a retail environment, and how can they be managed?

Back End Associates in retail often encounter challenges such as managing high volumes of inventory during peak hours, staying organized in fast-paced stockrooms, and maintaining accurate records for incoming and outgoing shipments. Effective communication with both front-end staff and management is key to addressing stock discrepancies and ensuring products are available on the sales floor when needed. Staying proactive, utilizing inventory management systems, and working collaboratively with team members can help overcome these challenges and contribute to a smooth store operation.

What skills are needed for back end associate jobs?

Back End Associate roles typically require strong technical skills such as proficiency in programming languages like Java, Python, or SQL, along with knowledge of databases, server management, and API integration. Good problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to work with development tools and version control systems are also important. Familiarity with software development life cycle and basic understanding of front-end technologies can be beneficial.

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117 - Back End Associate

Forman Mills Inc

Wyncote, PA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Forman Mills rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 21 rated department stores

Job description

Position Title: Backend Associate

Reports to: Backend Supervisor

Department: Receiving

FLSA: Non- Exempt

Position Summary:

The Backend Associate are required to hang and/ or process all new merchandise accurately and efficiently in accordance with Forman Mills productivity standard.

Maintaining a clean, tidy and organized backroom.

  • Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure loading dock is clean and free from debris
  • Unload / load trucks
  • Breakdown truck deliveries by sorting cartons by departments on pallets
  • Stage sorted pallets to be processed.
  • Ensure Processing tables are supplied with pants and shirt hangers.
  • Removal of trash and empty pallets in the processing area.
  • Compacting trash
  • Baling cardboard
  • Removal of layaways from the front end
  • Maintain organization of the layaway room
  • Retrieval of layaways for customer pickups and cancelations
  • Perform maintenance duties when needed
  • Processing of merchandise consist of hanging all shirts and pants
  • Ticketing
  • Size nubs select merchandise as outlined
  • Security tagging select merchandise as outlined
  • Verify description and unit received against carton label
  • Ensure outstanding customer service by greeting, assisting and thanking each customer in a positive approachable manner.
  • Present a positive image towards all team members, customers and the community.
  • Responsible for accurately scanning all merchandise to prevent any inventory adjustments
  • Performs additional tasks when needed outside the receiving area to include: o Cross train on the register
  • Cross trained Fitting room o Salesfloor recovery
  • Merchandising/ stocking o Markdowns
  • Help deter theft by reporting all dishonest behavior to management and/ or Loss Prevention

    • department

    Position Requirements:
  • Ability to work varied hours/days, including 23 nights per week, weekends and holidays to meet the needs of the business.
  • The ability to work in different areas of the store such as selling floor, fitting room, and frontend as directed by supervisors and management.
  • Ability to communicate effectively as it relates to communicating to customers and team

    • members all Forman Mills written policy and procedures, training materials, directives and any other materials Forman Mills produces.

  • Ability to perform basic math functions to operate the register, make change and conduct inventory.
  • Physical requirements include lift up to 50 lbs. Use of hands and fingers in a continuous and

    • repetitive activity. Adequate fitness level to meet the demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing and repetitive lifting with or without reasonable

    accommodation.

    Minimum Requirements:
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Job Related Skills: Math, ability to count money and give accurate change
  • Safely use a carton knife
  • Price ticket fastener gun
  • Ability to handle different customer’s personalities in a professional manner
  • High Energy, Positive attitude, Friendly, Courteous,
  • Excellent People Skills
  • Computer Skills: o POS Software and Equipment
  • Scanning ticketing gun o Kronos (Time and Attendance)
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