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Seasonal Stock Associate - HOKA

Deckers Brands · HOKA Chicago Chicago, IL · Part time

Posted Aug 5, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you kept a work area safe and clean when things were busy.

What they are checking: Whether they take stockroom safety seriously, which the posting lists as a core part of the role.

This is a seasonal role during a busy time. How do you handle long, physical shifts?

What they are checking: Whether they are ready for lifting, standing and repetition over a full holiday season.

Tell me about a time you worked as part of a team to hit a goal.

What they are checking: Whether they cooperate well, since stock associates work as part of a team to meet business goals.

What would you do

You open a box and the count is short. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they document discrepancies correctly instead of ignoring them, since counts must stay current.

How would you organize a stockroom so the sales team can find a size fast?

What they are checking: Whether they think about the customer waiting on the floor while the shoe is being pulled.

The Stock Lead gives you a task, but a sales associate needs help pulling shoes right away. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can balance priorities and communicate rather than just picking one and ignoring the other.

What would you do if you saw someone lift a heavy box in an unsafe way?

What they are checking: Whether they will speak up about safety even with a coworker.

About the work

Walk me through how you'd receive a shipment and check that it matches what was ordered.

What they are checking: Whether they understand receiving and verifying shipments, which keeps inventory counts accurate.

How do you stay accurate when you're counting a lot of product?

What they are checking: Whether they have habits that keep counts right, since small errors make the inventory system unreliable.

Have you used a handheld scanner or inventory system before? How quickly do you pick up new tools?

What they are checking: Whether they can learn the store's inventory tools quickly during a short seasonal stint.

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The full job description

As published by Deckers Brands.

About HOKA At HOKA, we believe in the transformational power of running and the joy and optimism that movement brings. We are driven by our passion for our Brand and products, and we want to share it with as many people as possible. Whether you’re a pro runner, first-miler, mountain roamer, or neighborhood walker, HOKA is here to empower you to take flight and find joy in movement. We celebrate diversity of your background, your experiences, and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees can come as they are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly better together. Summary Our Stock Associates are critical to the success of our stores. As a Stock Associate, it’s your job to organize inventory and create safe and efficient stock areas. You partner closely with the Stock Lead to receive and merchandise items to ensure that our customers have the product they want when they want it. As a Stock Associate, you operate as part of dynamic team and you cooperate to achieve business goals. Description As a Stock Associate, you receive, store, pick, count, and distribute products and material to meet the needs of the store. You’re responsible for receiving and verifying shipments as they arrive and handling discrepancies so that inventory counts are current and accurate. You help assemble, pack, and ship transfers of merchandise between retail locations or distribution centers. You follow all stock processes and policies, maintain a neat and orderly stock room, and practice safety consciousness and security measures to deter theft. You control any damaged merchandise or mis-mate inventory in accordance with company standards. In your role as a Stock Associate, you understand that your responsibility extends beyond the back of house. You help replenish and display product on the sales floor and organize it according to our Visual Merchandising standards. When working on the sales floor, you greet customers as they enter the store, direct them to the appropriate products and areas, answer customer questions, and offer current product knowledge. You maintain a positive, cheerful attitude with customers and team members and promote the store and brand image in all interactions. As a Stock Associate, you understand that you are an integral part of a team; you report to work on time and notify your Store Manager in advance if you will be late or absent. Core Competencies As a successful Stock Associate, you know how to: • Ensure the highest level of customer service possible as outlined in our Service Training Program • Prioritize brand and product knowledge training in customer interactions • Communicate effectively with customers, team members, management, and corporate stakeholders • Contribute to a team and cooperate to achieve goals • Multi-task in a fast-paced environment • Promote a positive and respectful work environment • Respond to problem situations with professionalism • Escalate any special customer requests regarding product or service to management • Think critically to solve problems and approach challenges with agility Key Qualifications • One (1) to (2) years of retail store management preferred. • High School Diploma • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to convey the Deckers Brands Vision and Mission to your team members and customers • Excellent team-building skills • Excellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail Additional Requirements • Flexibility of schedule and hours to meet the needs of the business. • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of tools and applications. • Valid driver’s license. As part of our Deckers Family, you belong to more than a lifestyle company. From our corporate offices to our multi-branded retail stores across the globe, we value giving people the freedom to pursue their passions, express their individuality, and are committed to helping them succeed. We’re proud to offer a wide range of benefits to best recognize the important role each person plays in the Deckers Brands mission. You’ll discover many benefits of working at Deckers Brands including competitive pay, discounts, perks, global contests, as well as opportunities for growth and development. Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law. $17.50

The salary posted reflects the target for new hire salaries for this role at this specific store location. Individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.


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