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Ace Hardware

Office Associate

Wexford, PA · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Position Summary The primary responsibility of the Office Associate is to organize and manage back ... Print and distribute retail price changes. Minimum Requirements The minimum requirements for this ...

Ace Hardware

Office Associate

Wexford, PA

$15 - $18/hr

Position Summary The primary responsibility of the Office Associate is to organize and manage back ... Print and distribute retail price changes. Minimum Requirements The minimum requirements for this ...

HAWTHORNE VALLEY ASSOCIATION

Cleaner

Ghent, NY · On-site

$20/hr

PURPOSE: To clean and maintain the general tidiness and organization of the store's retail, back stock and office spaces, as well as, maintain an accountability of working self-sufficiently.

Blue Mountain Truck & Trailer Repai

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Office Clerk

Myerstown, PA · On-site

$17.50 - $21.50/hr

In this role, you will be the backbone of our shop's back-office operations, handling everything ... mechanical, automotive, retail, or industrial shop environment is a big plus). * Tech-Savvy:

Vincent Anthony Jewelers

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Office Manager

Tulsa, OK · On-site

... back office shouldn't be. Required * 2+ years of experience in office management, retail operations, or administrative operations * Experience with inventory management and point-of-sale systems

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Blue Mountain Truck & Trailer Repai

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Office Clerk

Myerstown, PA · On-site

$17.50 - $21.50/hr

In this role, you will be the backbone of our shop's back-office operations, handling everything ... mechanical, automotive, retail, or industrial shop environment is a big plus). * Tech-Savvy:

Vincent Anthony Jewelers

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Office Manager

Tulsa, OK · On-site

... back office shouldn't be. Required * 2+ years of experience in office management, retail operations, or administrative operations * Experience with inventory management and point-of-sale systems

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Vincent Anthony Jewelers

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Office Manager

Tulsa, OK · On-site

... back office shouldn't be. Required * 2+ years of experience in office management, retail operations, or administrative operations * Experience with inventory management and point-of-sale systems

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How much do retail back office jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for retail back office in the United States is $16.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a retail back office?

Retail Back Office jobs involve supporting the day-to-day operations of a retail business from behind the scenes. These roles typically include tasks such as inventory management, payroll processing, data entry, financial reporting, and handling administrative duties. Employees in retail back office positions ensure that store operations run smoothly by maintaining accurate records, coordinating with vendors, and supporting front-line staff. While they may not interact directly with customers, their work is crucial for the efficiency and profitability of the retail business.

What skills and qualifications are needed to work in a retail back office?

To thrive as a Retail Back Office professional, you need strong organizational and analytical skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with inventory management and retail operations, often supported by a degree in business or a related field. Proficiency with retail management systems (RMS), point-of-sale (POS) software, and tools like Excel or SAP is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving ability, and time management are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure accurate inventory control, efficient process management, and smooth support for front-end retail operations.

What are common challenges faced by professionals working in a retail back office?

Professionals in retail back office roles often encounter challenges such as managing large volumes of inventory data, ensuring the accuracy of financial records, and adapting to frequent changes in store promotions or product lines. Coordinating with front-line store staff and vendors requires strong communication skills and attention to detail. Additionally, back office teams must quickly resolve discrepancies and support smooth store operations, which can involve tight deadlines and multitasking across various administrative tasks.

What is the difference between Retail Back Office vs Retail Sales Associate?

AspectRetail Back OfficeRetail Sales Associate
Primary RoleHandles administrative, inventory, and support functions behind the scenesEngages directly with customers to sell products and provide service
Required SkillsOrganizational skills, inventory management, data entryCustomer service, communication, sales techniques
Work EnvironmentOffice or back-end store areasSales floor, customer-facing areas
Common CertificationsNone typically required, but familiarity with retail software beneficialNone typically required, but sales or customer service experience helpful

Retail Back Office roles focus on supporting store operations behind the scenes, while Retail Sales Associates interact directly with customers to drive sales. Both roles are essential in retail, but they require different skill sets and work environments.

What is an example of a retail back office job?

A retail back office job includes roles such as inventory coordinator, data entry clerk, or administrative assistant, which support store operations behind the scenes. These positions often involve tasks like managing stock records, processing transactions, and maintaining records using software tools like Excel or inventory management systems.
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Infographic showing various Retail Back Office job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,572 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Partner Distribution Services Back Office Operations Associate

AllianceBernstein Holding L.P.

San Antonio, TX • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Who You'll Work With:
We are seeking a San Antonio based Partner Distribution Services Back Office Operations Associate to join our Partner Distribution Services Team in Global Technology & Operations.
The Partner Distribution Services Team specializes in the support of AB Sales, Strategic Relationships, Legal, Product and the back offices of our retail, retirement, and insurance intermediaries. The members of this team field inquiries from internal and external clients and work on tasks, projects, issues, and as needed. The team also supports trading and reporting for the National Securities Clearing Corporation.
What You'll Do:
The PDS Back Office Operations Associate is responsible for managing the relationship between AB and Intermediary back offices to ensure daily operations, critical events and service matters are effectively coordinated. The person is expected to provide support to and develop relationships with intermediary back offices, AB Product, ABI Sales, various ABIS teams and other groups, as needed to facilitate communication and coordination of initiatives between AB and the firms. The person in this role must be highly organized and have outstanding communication and problem-solving skills.
This person will be responsible for providing service and support to our internal and external clients such as the back offices of intermediaries and wholesalers selling our domestic funds. This person will be responsible for other functions held within this team such as NSCC reject processing, special reporting, audit reviews, daily administrative reporting and any other tasks assigned. This person will use applications and websites such as TA2000, Dealer Services Workspace, DST Rumba, AWD, Chorus, StorQM, DTCC Profile Security, DTCC MFIX, NSCC, SharePoint, EXCEL, ACCESS and other applications that may be needed to perform daily responsibilities
Key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Respond to requests and inquiries from intermediary back offices, AB Product, ABI Sales, ABI SRG, and ABIS Operations
  • Become familiar with industry issues/trends affecting operations between intermediaries and AB
  • Participate in various AB initiatives as needed and coordinate with intermediaries
  • Support mutual fund back-office trading processes
  • Coordinate the processing of trades, corrections, and other account activities
  • Present information related to AB initiatives and funds to internal and external clients as needed
  • Maintain intermediary profile database
  • Perform tasks supporting Intermediary onboarding, termination, and intermediary oversight
  • Handle ad-hoc projects resulting from requests from our intermediaries or other internal AB groups. Examples of these requests include, but are not limited to broker conversions, omnibus conversions, complete RFPs, fund fact and "spec-pack" sheets, questionnaires, customized reporting and record-keeping for internal groups
  • Support monthly PDS management reporting and productivity reporting
  • Perform additional responsibilities as needed, based on department requirements

The person in this role will have the opportunity to learn more about AB and the critical need to communicate and coordinate with Intermediaries distributing AB products. The work environment is diverse and fast-paced. The team members are encouraged to be independent and entrepreneurial. This person will also have an opportunity to further develop and demonstrate skills such as organization, time management, project planning, relationship management, problem solving, and communication. This role is considered a steppingstone for senior roles within PDS and other departments across the organization.
What We're Looking For:
  • Experience in a fast-paced environment is a supporting role for a vendor, client or firm
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel. Access knowledge is a plus but not required.
  • Previous mutual fund operations experience a plus, but not required
  • A strong level of knowledge regarding mutual fund operations and understanding of ETF and Alternative products is a plus but not required.
  • Business or Finance degree is helpful for this role, but not required
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Outstanding time management and organizational skills with a proven ability to work independently and follow up to ensure tasks and other deliverables are completed
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Strong analytical thinking with ability to 'connect the dots'
  • Has sound judgment and ability to solve problems independently•
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
  • Candidate must be customer-focused
  • Ability to further develop skills through training, independent learning, and as provided through coaching and feedback
  • Willing to learn new applications as needed, based on job requirements and changes that may take place

About AB:
We are a leading global investment management firm offering high-quality research and diversified investment services to institutional clients, retail investors, and private-wealth clients in major markets around the globe. With over 4,000 employees across 57 locations operating in 26 countries and jurisdictions, our ambition is simple: to be the most trusted investment firm in the world. We realize that it's our people who give us a competitive advantage and drive success in the market, and our goal is to create an inclusive culture that rewards hard work.
Our culture of intellectual curiosity and collaboration creates an environment where you can thrive and do your best work. Whether you're producing thought-provoking research, identifying compelling investment opportunities, infusing new technologies into our business or providing thoughtful advice to our clients, we are fully invested in you. If you're ready to challenge your limits and empower your career, join us!
All are encouraged to apply. AB does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status or any other basis that is prohibited by applicable law. AB's policies and practices seek to ensure that employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants based solely on job-related criteria.
San Antonio, Texas

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