Retail Sales Clerk

Job SummaryWorks under minimum supervision to provide optimized resource utilization and enhanced operational efficiency in our campus retail outlets. This job combines the responsibilities of a cashier, retail associate, and inventory associate to ensure seamless operations, effective inventory management, and exceptional customer service.This position is on-site. We have two university stores and one gift shop.BenefitsUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copayPaid Time Off, available day oneRetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)Paid Parental Leave BenefitWellness programsTuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified EmployerLearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefitsExperience and EducationRequiredEducation: High School Diploma or equivalentExperience: 1 year of experience working on computers using inventory management systems and Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel productsLicenses and Certifications: Valid Texas driver's license Upon HirePreferredExperience: Previous experience in retail, cashiering, storekeeping, or merchandising preferredJob DutiesGreets customers and provide excellent customer service.Processes cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately and efficiently.Receives and checks cash drawer for correctness at beginning and end of shift; takes cash register reading; places money and cash tape into bank deposit bag; turns in daily receipts to supervisor.Maintains a clean and organized checkout area.Addresses customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly.Monitors and manage stock levels to ensure optimal inventory.Reorders products and handle stockouts in real-time.Receives and processes inventory shipments.Conducts regular inventory audits to maintain accuracy.Addresses inventory discrepancies and pricing errors promptlyPerforms lifting tasks such as moving and restocking inventory items.Ensures products are effectively presented and promoted to customers.Sets up attractive and strategic product displays.Rotates stock to maintain product freshness and appeal.Implements pricing strategies and manage product promotions.Adapts quickly to changing operational needs without relying on multiple team members.Maintains a flexible and agile approach to respond to fluctuating customer demands.Checks incoming shipments against bills of lading and purchase orders, and prepares accurate receiving reports, noting shortages, overages, and damaged items.Coordinates the receipt and delivery of university or departmental shipments.Initiates and implements continuous improvement projects for assigned area.May help to maintain workflow and coordinates activities in Supervisors absence.Documents all process errors found in assigned work area and communicates an improvement to eliminate future errors to team members.Loads, unloads and delivers merchandise by variety of means including manual loading techniques and mobile carts.Provides assistance to department personnel in preparing and arranging for outgoing shipments.Drives university vehicles to various campus and off-campus locations to offload and deliver merchandise.Ensures that storage areas and stock rooms are maintained in clean and tidy condition.Performs other duties as assigned.Security and EEO StatementSecurity: This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.EEO: UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.