SSA Group
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Job Description Posted Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 7:00 AM | Expires Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 6:59 AM
Start the new year with a new opportunity — SSA Group is hiring our opening retail team at the Griffin Museum of Science & Industry beginning January 7th, 2025!
RETAIL WAREHOUSE MANAGER
For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience journey, freeing our partners to remain mission-focused. We bring together admissions, culinary, and retail with innovation and human connection to shape a seamless guest journey.
Our focus is on people, innovation, and operational intelligence as a means to create special moments with lasting impact. We call it 452 Hospitality, the foundation of how we serve our partners and their communities.
Reporting Relationship
The Retail Warehouse Manager reports directly to the Retail Operations Manager and Assistant Retail Operations Manager (if applicable).
Responsibilities
People & Growth
Develop and implement storage systems, policies and procedures to ensure maximum use and efficiency of space and storage areas in warehousing operations.
Contact vendors to reconcile invoice discrepancies, shortages, over shipments or to arrange for emergency shipments or requisitions.
Ensure your department’s team is set with the operation in mind: hire & recruit for new talent, integrate new team members, supervise assigned personnel, evaluate performance, develop, coach, issue documentation, and manage employee exits.
Fulfill guest's needs quickly and efficiently.
Support Retail Management team and lead warehousing plan to assure easy access and accountability of merchandise.
Continuously monitor and provide feedback to Retail Buyer, Retail Operations Manager, and Assistant Retail Operations Manager regarding stock levels.
Remain knowledgeable and on the foresight of and managing in accordance with applicable local, state and federal laws.
Maintain a clean, safe and organized work environment.
Uphold and demonstrate a complete understanding of company policies and procedures
Support the operation in merchandising product to maximize sales.
Increase sales by promotional items or suggestive selling while on floor or covering breaks.
Proactively bring sales opportunities to the above team, analyzing product sales as necessary.
Operational Excellence
Perform the steps of SSA EXTRA Guest Service to ensure a memorable experience for every guest and client.
Ensure SSAfety standards are met by upholding training and daily operational expectations for department staff.
Manage all warehouse functions and operations of the warehouse for the Retail Department.
Oversee quality, product levels, and inventory of product.
Receive and process deliveries of merchandise.
Ensure that all merchandise is properly priced and labeled in a timely manner.
Provide proper care when handling and transporting merchandise.
Assist in the maintenance and repairs of the warehouse facility and equipment as necessary
Ability to accurately process information / merchandise through a POS system.
Manage Accounts Payable software for initializing processing of invoices.
Social Responsibility & Culture
Promote an inclusive & supportive approach at the Unit.
Supports unit in being an example for Company & Client guidelines with regard to Sustainability/Conservation efforts. Displays knowledge of efforts in business application as well as giving adequate opportunity for teaching to unit staff as necessary.
Supports SSA / Unit in driving community effort through hiring efforts, engagement activities, and focus on opportunities of giving back.
Perform other tasks as deemed necessary.
Job Requirements
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to articulate to our team, Executive Chef, General Manager and HQ personnel as necessary.
Proven leadership skills with an understanding of the importance of team building/development, while fostering partnerships.
Exceptional problem solving/decision making skills combined with the ability to be organized.
Demonstrates organizational and planning skills.
Demonstrates the ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment.
Computer and/or inventory system knowledge.
Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods and to move and handle boxes (35lbx – 50lbs or more) as necessary to operation, which entails lifting and perform all functions as set forth above.
Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.
Driving company vehicle and/or golf cart within the scope of employment requires a valid driver’s license and is subject to a DMV check.
Experience Required
Two years retail experience minimum, with Three to Five years warehouse experience.
All education backgrounds accepted, must be 18 years or older.
This is by no means an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job description. The Company reserves the right to revise the job description or to require that other or different tasks are performed when circumstances change (i.e. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technological developments)
Compensation and Benefits
Paid Time Off plan: up to 144 hours based on tenure.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and other voluntary benefits for you and your family; employee premiums applicable.
Participation in a 401(k) program with a 15% company match (must be 21 years or older, eligible after one year of employment with 1,000 hours worked, available to enroll during Open Enrollment Periods).
SSA Paid Benefit: Up to 120 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying reasons, including Parental Leave and your or your family’s serious medical conditions.
Up to 40 hours Paid Bereavement.
On-Demand Pay Program: Get access to a portion of earned wages before payday.
Meal Plan & Employee Discounts where applicable
Tuition Discount through Partnership College
Holiday pay of
1.5× the regular rate
is provided for hours worked on
Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day
.
Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with applicable state and local laws. Accrual rates, caps, and usage rules vary by location.
Locations include: Arizona, California, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, D.C..
Colorado
: Employees accrue
1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked
, up to
48 hours per year
, under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA).
Maryland : Employees accrue at least
1 hour of paid sick and safe leave for every 30 hours worked
, up to
40 hours per year
, as required under the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act.
Washington : Employees accrue
1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked
, in accordance with the Seattle Paid Sick and Safe Time.
SSA Holdings and its affiliated companies, including SSA Group, A&F Souvenir, Cinchio Solutions, and Behavioral Essentials, are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. A diverse team strengthens our collective impact.
All California Residents: By submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the SSA Group California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Candidate and Employee Privacy Notice (\"Notice\").
San Francisco Residents: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Please see the \"Fair Chance Ordinance - Know Your Rights\" documentfor more information. By submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the \"Fair Chance Ordinance - Know Your Rights\" document.
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
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Job Description Posted Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 7:00 AM | Expires Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 6:59 AM
Start the new year with a new opportunity — SSA Group is hiring our opening retail team at the Griffin Museum of Science & Industry beginning January 7th, 2025!
RETAIL WAREHOUSE MANAGER
For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience journey, freeing our partners to remain mission-focused. We bring together admissions, culinary, and retail with innovation and human connection to shape a seamless guest journey.
Our focus is on people, innovation, and operational intelligence as a means to create special moments with lasting impact. We call it 452 Hospitality, the foundation of how we serve our partners and their communities.
Reporting Relationship
The Retail Warehouse Manager reports directly to the Retail Operations Manager and Assistant Retail Operations Manager (if applicable).
Responsibilities
People & Growth
Develop and implement storage systems, policies and procedures to ensure maximum use and efficiency of space and storage areas in warehousing operations.
Contact vendors to reconcile invoice discrepancies, shortages, over shipments or to arrange for emergency shipments or requisitions.
Ensure your department’s team is set with the operation in mind: hire & recruit for new talent, integrate new team members, supervise assigned personnel, evaluate performance, develop, coach, issue documentation, and manage employee exits.
Fulfill guest's needs quickly and efficiently.
Support Retail Management team and lead warehousing plan to assure easy access and accountability of merchandise.
Continuously monitor and provide feedback to Retail Buyer, Retail Operations Manager, and Assistant Retail Operations Manager regarding stock levels.
Remain knowledgeable and on the foresight of and managing in accordance with applicable local, state and federal laws.
Maintain a clean, safe and organized work environment.
Uphold and demonstrate a complete understanding of company policies and procedures
Support the operation in merchandising product to maximize sales.
Increase sales by promotional items or suggestive selling while on floor or covering breaks.
Proactively bring sales opportunities to the above team, analyzing product sales as necessary.
Operational Excellence
Perform the steps of SSA EXTRA Guest Service to ensure a memorable experience for every guest and client.
Ensure SSAfety standards are met by upholding training and daily operational expectations for department staff.
Manage all warehouse functions and operations of the warehouse for the Retail Department.
Oversee quality, product levels, and inventory of product.
Receive and process deliveries of merchandise.
Ensure that all merchandise is properly priced and labeled in a timely manner.
Provide proper care when handling and transporting merchandise.
Assist in the maintenance and repairs of the warehouse facility and equipment as necessary
Ability to accurately process information / merchandise through a POS system.
Manage Accounts Payable software for initializing processing of invoices.
Social Responsibility & Culture
Promote an inclusive & supportive approach at the Unit.
Supports unit in being an example for Company & Client guidelines with regard to Sustainability/Conservation efforts. Displays knowledge of efforts in business application as well as giving adequate opportunity for teaching to unit staff as necessary.
Supports SSA / Unit in driving community effort through hiring efforts, engagement activities, and focus on opportunities of giving back.
Perform other tasks as deemed necessary.
Job Requirements
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to articulate to our team, Executive Chef, General Manager and HQ personnel as necessary.
Proven leadership skills with an understanding of the importance of team building/development, while fostering partnerships.
Exceptional problem solving/decision making skills combined with the ability to be organized.
Demonstrates organizational and planning skills.
Demonstrates the ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment.
Computer and/or inventory system knowledge.
Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods and to move and handle boxes (35lbx – 50lbs or more) as necessary to operation, which entails lifting and perform all functions as set forth above.
Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.
Driving company vehicle and/or golf cart within the scope of employment requires a valid driver’s license and is subject to a DMV check.
Experience Required
Two years retail experience minimum, with Three to Five years warehouse experience.
All education backgrounds accepted, must be 18 years or older.
This is by no means an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job description. The Company reserves the right to revise the job description or to require that other or different tasks are performed when circumstances change (i.e. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technological developments)
Compensation and Benefits
Paid Time Off plan: up to 144 hours based on tenure.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and other voluntary benefits for you and your family; employee premiums applicable.
Participation in a 401(k) program with a 15% company match (must be 21 years or older, eligible after one year of employment with 1,000 hours worked, available to enroll during Open Enrollment Periods).
SSA Paid Benefit: Up to 120 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying reasons, including Parental Leave and your or your family’s serious medical conditions.
Up to 40 hours Paid Bereavement.
On-Demand Pay Program: Get access to a portion of earned wages before payday.
Meal Plan & Employee Discounts where applicable
Tuition Discount through Partnership College
Holiday pay of
1.5× the regular rate
is provided for hours worked on
Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day
.
Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with applicable state and local laws. Accrual rates, caps, and usage rules vary by location.
Locations include: Arizona, California, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, D.C..
Colorado
: Employees accrue
1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked
, up to
48 hours per year
, under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA).
Maryland : Employees accrue at least
1 hour of paid sick and safe leave for every 30 hours worked
, up to
40 hours per year
, as required under the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act.
Washington : Employees accrue
1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked
, in accordance with the Seattle Paid Sick and Safe Time.
SSA Holdings and its affiliated companies, including SSA Group, A&F Souvenir, Cinchio Solutions, and Behavioral Essentials, are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. A diverse team strengthens our collective impact.
All California Residents: By submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the SSA Group California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Candidate and Employee Privacy Notice (\"Notice\").
San Francisco Residents: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Please see the \"Fair Chance Ordinance - Know Your Rights\" documentfor more information. By submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the \"Fair Chance Ordinance - Know Your Rights\" document.
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
#J-18808-Ljbffr