Powell's Books, the nation's top independent bookseller, is looking to fill several full-time temporary Retail Distribution Center (Warehouse) Level I or II positions at our NW Portland warehouse.
Our Retail Distribution Center (RDC) positions are an excellent way to get your foot in the door of the world of books and gifts, and learn the book business from the ground up. Our warehouse is the heartbeat of Powell’s, ensuring that our physical stores, website, and customers have the books and gifts that bring knowledge, joy, and escape to our customers. Once you gain experience in an RDC Level I or II role, a wide array of opportunities open to you, since we frequently promote from within. There are more senior positions within RDC, both for lead staff positions and management roles, as well as other opportunities around the company.
Positions within the Retail Distribution Center provide a necessary service that ensures our store locations receive the products they need to operate effectively. They offer a rare opportunity to work with the entire life cycle of a book, and other Powell’s merchandise from dock to a customer’s hand. Positions will be working with the RDC teams, which include Online Buyback, New Books receiving & returns, Gifts receiving, and the Replenishment team which works heavily with remainders and used books. These roles also entail assisting with other duties within the Industrial Warehouse as needed. It is a dynamic and multifaceted role within the retail and inventory environments, that involves many essential aspects of bookselling and foundational Powell’s process knowledge.
Powell’s provides a number of benefits, including:
Employee discount that is also available to your significant other, children, parents, and siblings
Book borrowing privileges
The Powell’s warehouse is not your typical warehouse environment. Here are some ways in which our warehouse is different:
There are no late-night or overnight shifts, and we provide reliable breaks and lunch breaks.
We offer reliable and consistent schedules.
The safety of our employees is a top priority at Powell’s.
We have safe bike storage and showers on site if you prefer to bike to work. There is some vehicle parking available around the warehouse area that is free.
We’re committed to fostering a culture and environment of inclusion, empowerment, and respect – a place where everyone can show up fully as themselves and do their best work every day.
Shifts will be 9am – 5pm. Schedules will either be Monday - Friday or Sunday - Thursday.
These positions will last through the end of summer.
Please include a cover letter with a brief description of relevant skills and experience, and the reason why you're interested in this position.
Please follow the link to view the full job description and apply for this position through our careers website: https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg01/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=POWELLS&cws=39&rid=1418
The closing date for this position is Saturday, may 11th, 2024.
