About Our Organization

Founded in 1968, the Studio Museum in Harlem is the nexus for artists of African descent locally, nationally, and internationally and for work that has been inspired and influenced by Black culture. It is a site for the dynamic exchange of ideas about art and society.

Job Summary

The Inventory Stock Associate is responsible for accepting and processing incoming retail merchandise, physically transferring inventory from our offices to the Museum, keeping an organized stockroom/backroom, and fulfilling online store orders. This role involves physical labor and requires strong organizational and customer service skills. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Receive retail merchandise and supplies in an orderly and timely fashion. 
• Review items for shipping damages. 
• Confirm quantity counts and note any discrepancies.  
• Process and ship online orders.  
• Mark and label stock as received.  
• Participation in semiannual inventories as scheduled in advance. 
• Manage inventory levels via Shopify. 
• Ensuring that the storage and back rooms are organized, clean and tidy.

Skills and Qualifications  

• Prior experience with receiving inventory and order fulfillment.   
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.  
• Working knowledge of Point-of-Sale systems, especially Shopify. 
• Ability to lift and move cartons weighing up to 50 pounds. 
• Comfortable moving inventory from our museum offices to Museum via hand truck. 
• Ability to work on mornings and weekends required.

Education and Experience 

• At least 2 years of experience in a retail store or shipping warehouse, prior stockroom experience is a plus.

Physical Demands 

• Ability to lift and move cartons weighing up to 50 pounds. 
• Comfortable moving inventory from our museum offices to Museum building via hand truck.

Work Environment 

• Fast paced environment.

Compensation

$23 per hour

• This is a part-time position and is considered a non-exempt with 12 hours scheduled per week. 

• Workdays will be Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays mornings from 8am-12pm. 

Salary is commensurate with experience within the guidelines of a small not-for-profit. A competitive benefits package is provided, including medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance, a retirement account, and substantial vacation time.

Application Instructions

Please upload your resume and a cover letter to your application. No phone calls or emails, please.  

Please note that while careful consideration will be given to each submission, only a select number of applicants will be contacted due to the volume of interest.

The Studio Museum in Harlem is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, gender identification, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and encourage folks of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. At the Studio Museum, we are committed to having an inclusive and transparent environment where every voice is heard and acknowledged. We embrace our differences, and know that our diverse team is a strength that drives our success.  

Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role.