SUBFUNCTION DEFINITION: Responsible for the everyday operations of the CCHMC campus gift shop
REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
Customer Service
Ensure consistent customer service, establishing a good rapport with customers. Assist customers with selection and purchases. Work with staff and volunteers to maintain customer service standards through direct contact with customers.
Daily Operations
Operate business machines (cash register, fax, credit card, copier, computer) and trouble shoot routine problems with basic business equipment. Assist volunteers in the daily operation of the Gift Shop. Answer the phone, take and deliver phone orders using excellent phone skills.
Merchandising and Shipment Processing
Restock merchandise and maintain desired cleanliness in the stock areas. Management of packing slips on merchandise received, managing damage reporting and back orders. May enter all incoming merchandise in the POS/Inventory management system checking for price/cost and margin discrepancies. Work with buyers to coordinate incoming merchandise. Maintaining supply levels on shop supplies such as wrap, boxes, tissue, bags, register tape, etc. Maintaining backstock for the displays established by the Shop Manager and Buyers. Assist with Gift Shop special events. Coordinate with CCHMC departments involving Security, Housekeeping, Maintenance and Shipping.
Confidentiality
Act in manner that maintains confidentiality, protects and safeguards patient/family personal medical and financial information at all times during collection, use and storage. Access only information and records necessary to perform the responsibilities of your position.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
No directly related experience
Preferred:
Unique Skills: - Experience in a retail specialty store with a variety of products including apparel and /or toy and novelty merchandise
- Capable of handling a fast paced workday that requires many tasks to be done while serving the customers on the sales floor
- High energy sales and service professional, experience working to help customers select product and make suggestions for gifts
About Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better, and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.