Posted 9 days ago
Temp Inventory Associate
@ Staples Canada
Sydney, Nova Scotia
Overview
Staples Canada is hiring a part-time temporary inventory associate to serve customers and keep the store stocked and merchandised. The role involves selling in the furniture, technology and supplies areas, handling POS transactions, and maintaining store standards. Prior retail experience of 3 months to 1 year is preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Serve customers and drive sales in furniture, technology and supplies
- Process POS and shipping transactions
- Support merchandising, planograms and stocking
- Maintain a clean, safe store and de-escalate complex situations
Requirements summary:
- 3 months to 1 year of prior retail experience (preferred)
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-29
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-29
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-29
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Retail |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Store |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Employee discount |
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Staples Canada
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Full company description
At Staples Canada, we’re redefining what EASY means for today’s world. From tech to tools to expert support, we help Canadians crush their to-do lists and get back to what really matters. Whether you're working, learning, or doing a bit of both, we make it all feel effortless. We’re your dedicated partner in productivity – offering curated solutions, expert advice, and services that simplify the everyday, Staples is where smart meets streamlined. Headquartered in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Staples Canada has proudly served Canadians for over 30 years. With 11,000+ associates and nearly 300 stores, corporate offices, and distribution centres, we’re deeply rooted in communities from coast to coast. Explore more at www.staples.ca or follow us @StaplesCanada.
- LinkedIn followers
- 77,889
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 4,333
- Reported office locations
- 6 Staples Avenue, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 4W3, CA
- Other recorded names
- Staples Canada
- Staples
- Specialties
- Ink & Toner
- Paper
- Office Supplies
- School Supplies
- Cleaning & Facilities
- Technology & Electronics
- Mailing
- Shipping & Packing
- Small Business
- Arts & Crafts
- Tech Services
- and Tech Services
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
At Staples Canada, we’re redefining what EASY means for today’s world. From tech to tools to expert support, we help Canadians crush their to-do lists and get back to what really matters. Whether you're working, learning, or doing a bit of both, we make it all feel effortless. We’re your dedicated partner in productivity – offering curated solutions, expert advice, and services that simplify the everyday, Staples…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Richmond Hill, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Ink & TonerPaperOffice SuppliesSchool SuppliesCleaning & FacilitiesTechnology & ElectronicsMailingShipping & PackingSmall BusinessArts & Crafts |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 689 |
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Some of what you will do
- Deliver exceptional customer service and enhance customer engagement and satisfaction.
- Drive sales in the furniture, technology and supplies areas of the store.
- Set and achieve sales and margin goals with store leaders.
- Ensure operational excellence and uphold store brand standards.
- Support all merchandising and signage standards including planograms and stocking.
- Maintain Health & Safety, Asset Protection, and Privacy Policies.
Specifically, you will
- Engage with and sell to all our customers by offering tailored products and services using all tools and techniques available in our selling model to anticipate and meet future customer needs.
- Handle transactions using the Point of Sale (POS) system, including shipping transactions and marketing tools to convert customers.
- Calmly de-escalate and assist in complex customer situations to ensure their concerns are addressed effectively or refer to a manager/supervisor.
- Maintain a clean and safe store environment by performing tasks like dusting, front-facing products, and ensuring demo units are clean and functional.
Some of what you need
- 3 months to 1 year of prior retail experience (preferred).
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Some of what you will get
- Associate Discount
- Flexible Benefit Plans
- Group RRSP Program
- Learning and Development Programs
- Associate Recognition Programs
We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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