Receiver - Part-Time - Barnes & Noble - Tukwila, WA

It’s no secret why Barnes & Noble is among the best-loved and most-respected brands in the country. From becoming the first bookseller in America to discount books in the 1970s to establishing the superstore concept in the 1990s to the launch of NOOK and our current merchandise expansion into areas like educational toys and games and curated gifts, Barnes & Noble continues to revolutionize the retail industry.

Over the past few years, we have dynamically transformed our business from a store-based model to an omni-channel model centered on our retail stores, e-commerce and digital. Our omni-channel distribution platform provides customers easy and convenient access to print and digital books, magazines, newspapers, and entertainment content, along with a diverse product selection that rivals any specialty retailer. In addition, we have implemented a variety of innovative merchandising initiatives that continue to grow store traffic and sales.

With corporate offices in New York City, Westbury, NY, and Santa Clara, CA, we offer a wide range of opportunities in various disciplines, including merchandising, book buying, marketing, digital, engineering, information technology, finance and accounting. Our distribution centers in Monroe, NJ, and Reno, NV, offer challenging opportunities in distribution, logistics and more, while our state-of-the-art customer service center in Lyndhurst, NJ, features opportunities for customer service professionals. And our Sterling Publishing subsidiary in New York City provides exciting opportunities in the publishing field.

We’re passionate about our people and profession and are investing in all areas of our business, so the opportunities to make an impact based on your interests, skills and talents have never been greater. If you have a focus on customer satisfaction, teamwork, and enjoy the free exchange of ideas, consider joining our team.

As a Receiver, you are responsible for delivering world-class customer service by properly receiving, sorting, and returning freight. You enrich the customer’s experience through your commitment to our four core service principles while on the selling floor and in the receiving area. You have a passion for what you do and support the receiving manager by performing your daily assigned operational tasks.

Essential Functions:

• Provide world-class customer service by delivering the four core service principles: put the book in the customer’s hand, offer to order, offer the Member program, and fast cashiering.
  


• Process daily receipts, customer orders, and returns according to Integrated Store Operations (ISO) standards.
  


• Protect company assets by adhering to all inventory and loss prevention standards.
  


• Maintain an organized and clean receiving area at all times.
  


• Support the store team by shelving, zoning, and assisting customers in any area of the store when needed, including but not limited to cashwrap, Cafe‚ and specialty areas.
  


• Help orient new receivers, ensuring a smooth acclimation to the store and our bookselling culture.
  


• Act with integrity and trust, promoting our bookselling culture and core values.
  

Requirements/Qualifications:

• You relate easily to others, building rapport and collaborative relationships with the store team.
  


• You are detail-oriented and accurate when processing paperwork and you work to expand your knowledge and understanding of the business.
  


• You are an effective listener, sharing your knowledge with your fellow booksellers, contributing to the overall success of your store. You are comfortable in a changing environment, with multitasking, with learning new systems and processes, and with assisting in all areas of the store.
  


• You comply at all times with the Standards, Policies, and Code of Business Conduct and Ethics set out in the Bookseller Handbook.
  


• You work in the receiving area of the store and on the selling floor as necessary, which requires physical activity, including maneuvering around the store including back rooms, prolonged standing, repetitive bending, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
  


• Our stores are open daily, which requires early morning, evening, weekend, and holiday availability.
  


• You should be capable of using a computer and cash register.
  

Barnes & Noble is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups.