Part-Time

Retail Sales Associate

Smart Cart

Updated on 8/22/2026

Deadline 8/11/27
WIS International

WIS International

5,001-10,000 employees

Third-party inventory verification and counting

Compensation Overview

$19.50 - $20.50/hr

+ Referral bonuses + Paid travel

Huntington, NY, USA

In Person

Travel via car is required, with occasional overnight stays possible.

Category
Retail (1)
Required Skills
Customer Service

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Requirements
  • Must be at least 18 years of age and authorized to work in the United States.
  • Must have access to reliable transportation.
  • Must be able to work the entire duration of the assigned project.
  • Must be comfortable using and explaining new technology, with a basic understanding of artificial intelligence technology and user interfaces.
  • Must be able to troubleshoot common technical issues.
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to explain complex concepts simply and engagingly.
  • Must have strong customer service skills with a friendly and approachable demeanor.
  • Must be able to think on their feet and resolve issues quickly and efficiently.
  • Must be able to work independently and in solo and team environments.
  • Must be able to stand for prolonged periods, walk frequently, use hands and wrists regularly with repetitive motions, lift and carry items up to 25 pounds, and travel by car.
Responsibilities
  • Engage with customers to introduce and demonstrate the features of the interactive Smart shopping cart.
  • Conduct quick tutorials to educate customers on how to use the shopping cart and explain its features and benefits.
  • Provide on-the-spot assistance to customers experiencing difficulties and resolve issues promptly.
  • Gather customer feedback, identify areas for improvement, and relay feedback to the development team.
  • Develop and implement strategies to encourage customers to try and continue using the shopping cart.
  • Work closely with store management and the Smart Cart team to ensure the shopping cart meets customer needs and expectations.
  • Answer questions, assist customers throughout their shopping experience, offer recommendations, and provide exceptional service.
Desired Qualifications
  • Previous experience as a retail associate, grocery store worker, customer service representative, technology worker, product demonstrator, shopper assistant, or brand ambassador.

WIS International provides third-party inventory services to retailers, offering accurate counts of shelves and stock to verify physical inventory against retailer records. It conducts nationwide inventory counts through trained teams, using methods that evolved from manual transcription to barcode scanning, and delivers data on stock levels, discrepancies, and compliance. WIS International differentiates itself by its large scale and geographic reach in North America, the result of the historic merger of Washington Inventory Services and Western Inventory Services and, later, the acquisition of RGIS, which made it the world’s largest inventory services provider. Its goal is to help retailers reduce shrink, improve stock accuracy, and optimize shelf availability by delivering precise, independent inventory data and actionable insights.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$70M

Headquarters

San Diego, California

Founded

1953

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acrebis expanded WIS into Asia Pacific in June 2024, opening new revenue corridors.
  • RGIS's 2023 UK and Mexico acquisitions validate WIS assets and maintain category leadership.
  • WIS’s 2026 court victory in New York reduced immediate employment-liability overhang.

What critics are saying

  • California WARN filings showed 10 layoffs in January 2026, signaling continued cost pressure.
  • A May 2026 data breach exposed Social Security numbers, creating litigation and trust damage.
  • NLRB case 27-CA-360592 remains open in Colorado, threatening labor costs and operating flexibility.

What makes WIS International unique

  • WIS and RGIS integration preserved a worldwide inventory-counting platform, not just a staffing vendor.
  • Acrebis partnership launched FlexCount in Asia during 2025, extending self-counting and hybrid workflows.
  • WIS still serves major retailers with physical counts, merchandising, and data-collection services globally.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Employee Referral Bonus

Training Programs

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

12%
Newswire
Jun 3rd, 2024
Wis International Partners With Singapore'S Acrebis To Expand Into The Asia Pacific Region

The strategic partnership strengthens international presence for WIS International while enhancing the inventory services provided by ACREBIS