Alaska Bead Company – Full-Time Sales Clerk / Inventory Control Analyst
Alaska Bead Company is hiring a Full-Time, Permanent Sales Clerk / Inventory Control Analyst to join our team, working Tuesday through Saturday. This position pays $15.50/hr and offers steady hours, cross-training opportunities, and growth within a long-established local business.
Alaska Bead Company is a specialty retail bead store located in mid-town Anchorage. For over 30 years, we have provided beads, findings, tools, and creative supplies for Alaska’s jewelry makers and hobbyists.
Employee Job Duties
Customer Service & Sales (Sales Clerk Duties)
• Greet customers, assist with purchases, and answer product questions.
• Process customer purchases using our computer-based Point of Sale system.
• Demonstrate basic jewelry-making techniques as needed (training provided).
• Straighten, display, and restock store inventory.
• Maintain a clean, welcoming, and organized sales floor.
Inventory Control Analyst Duties
• Assist with inventory cycle counts and inventory spot checks.
• Run and review the weekly negative-on-hand report; research and document causes.
• Research inventory discrepancies and help resolve count variances.
• Perform inventory adjustments under management direction.
• Conduct accuracy checks on labeling, part numbers, shelf locations, and min/max levels.
• Monitor and report error trends involving receiving, processing, or sales activity.
• Support periodic inventory audits and help verify system quantities.
• Assist management in documenting inventory findings and recommending process improvements.
Other Duties
• Perform additional related duties as assigned to support store operations.
Note: This position requires the employee to be on their feet for most of the shift, except during breaks.
Job Requirements
• Ability to work a full-time schedule, Tuesday through Saturday.
• Retail experience or public-facing experience preferred.
• Experience with inventory accuracy, counting, or detail-oriented work is a plus.
• Basic knowledge or interest in making beaded jewelry strongly preferred.
• Must possess basic math and computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must have a positive attitude and enjoy helping customers.
• Ability to lift and move boxes (typically 10–25 lbs).
Wage & Benefits
• Wage: $15.50/hr
• Longevity Bonus paid annually on your work anniversary.
• Free in-house bead classes and store merchandise discount.
• Opportunities for advancement.
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How to Apply
Interested candidates may email their resume by clicking the “Reply” button at the top of this post, or drop off their resume in person:
Alaska Bead Company
2217 E Tudor Rd, Ste. 7
Anchorage, AK 99507
(Located at Lake Otis & Tudor, in the strip mall behind Golden Donuts.)
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