Distribution Center Associate (Part-Time, Year-Round)

Our teammates are at the core of what we believe in: People, Collaboration, Learning, and Excellence (PeopleCLE). We look to hire individuals who are committed to our purpose of uniting and inspiring our city through the power of team. Our mission is to win the World Series while creating a compelling fan experience. If you believe you possess these important traits, please consider a career with the Cleveland Guardians.

The Guardians are looking for service minded teammates, who are committed to working together to help us create amazing memories for fans, each other and all visitors to Progressive Field.

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Part-time, year-round program to provide a hands-on, immersive experience within the Merchandise Distribution Center, maintaining inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and overall retail execution.  You will gain daily retail system exposure, utilize RFID technology and fundamental inventory management principles that will enhance your organization, teammate and communication skills.  This role also encompasses a variety of growth and development opportunities extending beyond daily responsibilities.

• Speaker Series featuring executives and managers from different departments within the organization, sharing insights into their professional journeys.
• Game Day Shadows / Informational Interviews providing an opportunity to observe and understand the day-to-day activities of various professionals.
• Mock Interview / Resume Workshops conducted by hiring managers and HR department members to enhance interview and resume-building skills.
• Cross Training with the Retail team for a hands-on experience in the retail world from a different perspective.

This opportunity may meet the requirements for college internship credit. Candidates interested in pursuing academic credit are encouraged to discuss this option during the interview process.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

Receiving & Put-Away

• Support docking and organized sorting of incoming purchase orders and transfers
• Ensure purchase receipts are promptly attached to all purchase orders
• Process purchase orders in the order of “first in – first out” and priority orders
• Count, ticket, fold and validate merchandise with RFID ticketing standards
• Maintain accurate documentation of purchase receipts, vendor packing slips and filing paperwork
• Capture and map all photos of all new and current merchandise

Bin Management & Inventory

• Perform monthly cycle counts and year-end inventory with accuracy
• Audit bin locations for accurate and effective space utilization
• Complete markdowns retagging for clearance items

Distribution

• Properly pick and pack merchandise, supplies, and non-retail items
• Process and ship all send sales orders daily
• Ensure product packing support visual merchandising standards
• Communicate department needs to management

Operations & Training

• Maintain facility cleanliness
• Communicate safety concerns or enhancements to management
• Maintain high level of attention to detail to operational standards for inventory accuracy, bin organization and RFID compliance.
• Participate in quarterly employee one on ones to discuss process improvements, training and development opportunities.
• Additional daily tasks per the delegation of DC management

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Prior retail experience strongly preferred
• Previous exposure to warehouse or inventory preferred
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with both co-workers and guests
• Capability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, lift, and transport items
• Must be at least 16 years old

AVAILABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Required to be available to work 100% jewel events (Opening Day, Postseason, All-Star, etc.) home baseball games
• Required to work irregular hours as the business dictates
• Occasional game-day duties as dictate by job responsibilities and workload

ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrates the ability to read, speak, comprehend, and communicate effectively in order to perform job duties and interact with coworkers.
• Represents the Cleveland Guardians in a positive fashion to all business partners, teammates, and the general public.
• Ability to build robust, professional relationships with teammates by demonstrating interpersonal skills, approachability, and a collaborative spirit contributing to a positive, r