Retail Operations Inventory Specialist

Retail Operations & Inventory Specialist Management Growth Opportunity Coastal Retail Group — Cannon Beach & Seaside, Oregon Compensation: $26–$30 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Schedule: Full-time, approximately 40 hours per week. Weekend work is required, with two consecutive weekdays off. Specific days off will be determined based on business needs. About the Position Coastal Retail Group operates a collection of specialty retail boutiques along Oregon's North Coast. We are seeking an exceptionally organized, detail-oriented professional for a hands-on, store-based operations position supporting our Cannon Beach and Seaside locations. This is not primarily a desk or warehouse management position. The successful candidate works directly with merchandise and store teams: entering purchase orders, receiving and verifying shipments, pricing, labeling, and preparing products for the sales floor. The role also helps improve inventory accuracy and supports the future development of more centralized receiving procedures. Key Responsibilities Accurately enter and manage purchase orders, product descriptions, costs, quantities, and inventory information. Work hands-on in our stores to receive and unpack shipments, verify quantities and merchandise against purchase orders, and resolve discrepancies. Price, label, and prepare products for the sales floor according to ownership's direction. Help organize and maintain our warehouse, including merchandise storage, staging, and distribution when needed. This is not primarily a warehouse-based position. Develop and improve procedures for receiving, processing, labeling, and inventory accuracy. Coordinate hands-on merchandise processing with store managers and teams, especially during busy periods, so products reach the sales floor promptly and accurately. Work with vendors to resolve shipping discrepancies, missing merchandise, and product-related issues. Assist with online product listings and accurate merchandise information. Assist customers, store managers, and team members as needed, particularly during busy periods, while maintaining primary responsibility for inventory and merchandise processing. Identify recurring processing errors and implement practical solutions. Work closely with ownership, store managers, and existing operations personnel. Help establish consistent procedures and accountability across our locations. Qualifications Experience in retail operations, inventory management, purchasing, or merchandise coordination preferred. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong computer skills and ability to learn retail POS and inventory systems. Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through independently. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Comfortable working directly with merchandise in active retail stores and traveling between Cannon Beach and Seaside locations. Demonstrated initiative and potential to assume future leadership responsibilities. What We Offer Competitive compensation based on experience. Paid time off in accordance with company policy. 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions for eligible employees. Full-time employment with an established local retail business. Opportunity for professional growth and advancement into operations management. To Apply Please submit your resume and a brief introduction highlighting your experience with retail inventory, merchandise processing, warehouse organization, or operational improvement. Pay: $26.00 - $32.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Benefits: 401(k) Work Location: In person

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