Retail Operations Assistant – Warehouse & Showroom
Stenella Antiques and InteriorsJoin Our Growing Team at Stenella Interiors! Stenella Interiors is seeking a dependable, motivated, and detail-oriented Retail Operations Assistant to support the daily operations of our furniture warehouse and showrooms. This is an active, hands-on position ideal for someone who enjoys working with their hands, staying organized, and taking pride in a job well done. Working alongside our Store Manager and warehouse team, you will assist with receiving and organizing inventory, moving and displaying furniture, preparing merchandise for sale and delivery, maintaining warehouse and showroom organization, and performing general operational tasks. Our inventory changes daily, making this a fast-paced and varied position where no two days are exactly alike. We are looking for someone who is reliable, takes initiative, works well with others, and is interested in stable, long-term employment with opportunities to develop additional skills and responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Warehouse Operations: Assist with daily warehouse activities, including moving, handling, organizing, and staging furniture and merchandise. Inventory Handling: Work with warehouse personnel to receive, unload, move, and properly position incoming inventory. Furniture Preparation: Clean, detail, inspect, and prepare new and pre-owned furniture for showroom display, customer pickup, or delivery. Showroom Setup: Move, arrange, and display furniture to maintain attractive, organized, and efficient showroom layouts. Order Fulfillment & Quality Control: Locate and prepare sold merchandise, inspect items for damage, and ensure all components are accounted for before shipping or customer pickup. Minor Furniture Repairs: Identify items requiring attention and assist with basic furniture touch-ups, adjustments, or repairs when needed. Warehouse & Showroom Organization: Maintain clean, safe, and clutter-free work areas while adapting to constantly changing inventory. Loading & Unloading: Assist with loading and unloading furniture from trucks, as well as moving items between warehouse and showroom locations. Team Support: Work independently and collaboratively with management and fellow employees to complete daily assignments and operational goals. General Operations: Assist with additional warehouse, showroom, and maintenance responsibilities as needed. Qualifications & Skills We are looking for candidates who demonstrate: A strong work ethic, dependable attendance, and a positive attitude. Good organizational skills and attention to detail. The ability to work independently while contributing as part of a team. A willingness to take direction, learn new skills, and accept additional responsibilities. Good problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Comfort with physically active work, including lifting, moving, and handling furniture throughout the workday. The ability to safely lift and handle heavy furniture weighing up to 100 lbs., with appropriate assistance or equipment. Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand tools. A valid driver's license and willingness to operate a small box truck when necessary. The ability to work efficiently in a busy warehouse and showroom environment. Preferred Experience – A Plus, But Not Required Experience in any of the following areas is beneficial: Furniture warehousing, moving, delivery, or inventory handling Furniture repair, restoration, refinishing, or touch-ups Woodworking, carpentry, or general handyman work Warehouse operations, shipping, receiving, or order fulfillment Retail furniture or home furnishings Automotive detailing or other detail-oriented hands-on work General maintenance and use of hand or power tools No furniture experience? We encourage you to apply! We are willing to provide hands-on training to motivated individuals who demonstrate reliability, mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. Candidates with strong furniture repair, restora…