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JCPenney

Omnichannel Associate - Mill Creek Mall

Erie, PA · On-site

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General Operations - Partners with Merchandise Associates/Assistants to replenish store and/or takes personal action to replenish products from inventory; Participates in annual inventory process \t

Dollar General

SALES ASSOCIATE in MC KEAN, PA S13937

PA · On-site

$12.50 - $17/hr

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Sales Associate acts as a point of contact for our customers. The duties of the Sales Associate include assisting customers in locating and purchasing merchandise ...

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What is the difference between General Merchandise Associate vs Stock Clerk?

AspectGeneral Merchandise AssociateStock Clerk
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalentHigh school diploma or equivalent
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, handling customer service and salesWarehouse or stockroom, focusing on inventory management
Employer & IndustryRetail chains, department storesWarehousing, distribution centers
Common Search IntentCustomer service, sales, stockingInventory, stocking, shipping

While both roles involve stocking and inventory tasks, the General Merchandise Associate primarily interacts with customers and assists in sales on the retail floor. In contrast, the Stock Clerk focuses more on managing stock in warehouses or stockrooms, with less direct customer interaction. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position based on their skills and career goals.

What does a general merchandise associate do?

A general merchandise associate is responsible for stocking shelves, organizing products, assisting customers, and maintaining store cleanliness. They often operate cash registers and use inventory management systems to ensure products are available and properly displayed.

How does a general merchandise associate typically collaborate with other store departments to ensure smooth operations?

General Merchandise Associates work closely with various store departments, such as inventory control, receiving, and customer service, to maintain well-stocked and organized shelves. They often coordinate with team leads or managers to prioritize restocking needs, handle product displays, and manage promotional setups. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as associates may assist in cross-departmental tasks during busy periods or special events. This collaboration helps ensure customers have a seamless shopping experience and that store operations run efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a general merchandise associate?

To thrive as a General Merchandise Associate, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the physical ability to stock and arrange merchandise, typically requiring a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with inventory management systems, handheld scanners, and basic point-of-sale (POS) technology is commonly expected. Excellent customer service, teamwork, and time management skills help associates engage with customers and efficiently complete tasks. These skills are crucial for maintaining store organization, ensuring product availability, and delivering a positive shopping experience.

What cities near Erie, PA are hiring for General Merchandise Associate jobs?

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Apply Now! Store Associate #665 Liberty

Northeast Grocery

Erie, PA

$12/hr

Full-time, Part-time

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Job description

Pay Rate Starting at: Level [[$12.00]]/ hr Rates of pay are determined by previous experience and labor contract seniority.

SUMMARY

Tops Markets is accepting applications for current and future part-time openings. A brief description of each department is listed below.  Tops has a history of promoting from within and all full-time positions are posted internally first, so a part-time position could lead to a long career with us if you possess the drive, motivation and desire to help our customers.  
When you complete the application you can list two departments that interest you and/or select "any department" if you are willing to work anywhere in the store. If we have hiring needs and you are selected for an interview, we will contact you by phone, text or e-mail.  Thank you for your interest in employment with Tops Markets.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Front End - The front end is the final point of contact with our customers. As a cashier or cart clerk, your most important responsibility is to make a positive, friendly and lasting impression on our customers. 
Bakery - You will slice, price, package, and display baked goods and ensure product is stocked, rotated, stored properly. 
Pharmacy - If you have a passion or interest in helping to provide health-related services, a pharmacy technician may be the perfect position.  You will retrieve medications from shelves, count or pour medications, label containers, properly price prescriptions, enter customer data into the computer, keep accurate records, and complete pharmacy related paperwork, as well as maintain security of controlled substances and ensure ordered are placed and supplies are stocked.
Deli/ Carryout Cafe - You will fulfill customer requests for deli and/or prepared foods products (i.e. ready-made meals, packaged salads, pizzas, subs, etc.), slice deli meats/cheeses to order, prepare product for cases, ensure product is properly stored, rotated, and displayed.
General Merchandise -You will ensure that product on the shelves is stocked and ready for customer purchase.  You'll also help create and maintain product displays throughout the store, and ensure the backroom is organized and product is properly stored. The General Merchandise department includes first aid items, non-food items and rotating seasonal products as well!  
Grocery - You will ensure that product on the shelves is stocked and ready for customer purchase.  You'll also help create and maintain product displays throughout the store, and ensure the backroom is organized and product is properly stored. 
Meat - You will ensure our meat departments are stocked and product is properly stored, rotated, weighed, labeled, displayed, fulfill customer requests for product from the meat case and help answer their meat questions. We also feature "Real Meat Real Butchers" and if you are a certified meat cutter or apprentice, you would ensure that the best cuts of meat are available to our customers, receive, process, cut, and trim meat products as well as package, tie, wrap, weigh, price and label them to get them ready for our customers to purchase.  
Produce - You will ensure our produce departments are stocked, product is properly stored, rotated, watered as needed, process, wrap, slice, weigh, package product to ensure it's ready for our customers to purchase, and fulfill customer orders for fruit or vegetable platters, baskets, etc.
Seafood - You will ensure our seafood departments are stocked and product is properly stored, rotated, weighed, labeled, displayed, fulfill customer requests for product from the seafood case and help answer their seafood questions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively with customers and fellow associates.  

Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.

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