Lead Store Sales Associate

The Salvation Army Family Thrift Store & Donation Center

Lead Store Sales Associate - Full Time or Part Time Management Position

HIRING IMMEDIATELY!

Become part of an organization that values its employees, volunteers, guests and donors. Do you have a passion for Thrift? Are you motivated, looking for a role with a purpose, and have a desire to make a difference in your local community? We offer a unique way to serve through retail and recycling!

Our team members demonstrate our core competencies of collaboration, communication, composure, and being service focused in everything they do. If you are looking to further your career in retail, consider joining our team. We offer a competitive total compensation package, extensive leadership development, and personal growth opportunities.

Our ideal candidate is a retail enthusiast who is service focused, can maintain their composure, and could communicate and build relationships. In doing so, the candidate will be action oriented, drive results, and will strive to become an expert in their role through continuous self-development and learning.

We are operational 6 days a week and schedule our employees based on operational needs – days, evenings and weekends (Please Note: Our stores are open to customers Monday to Saturday)

JOB OBJECTIVE:

Supports Management with product sales and acquisition; store maintenance and appearance; customer development and retention; and banking and record keeping procedures.

BENEFITS:

• Employee Discounts
• Paid Vacation, Personal Time Off
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Flexible Schedule

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

- Proficiently uses cash register and is able to assist others in basic register problem solving.

- Implements store opening and closing procedures as assigned.

- Supports management with banking and reporting procedures.

o Applies cash handling procedures for opening and closing of registers.

o Makes bank runs and daily deposits.

o Reports Store product acquisition, production and sales as requested.

- Implement assigned strategies to meet product acquisition, production and sales goals.

o Know the product acquisition, production and sales goals for the day.

o Knows the product rotation process and is diligent in turning product over.

o Communicates with central warehouse to place orders for next day’s processing when assigned.

- Supports management with store maintenance and appearance.

o Follow procedures for maintenance and safety concerns.

o Checks to make sure displays and floor layout plans are being followed and updated.

o Looks for ways to improve appearance and appeal of store to customers.

- Support management in creating an enjoyable shopping experience with positive Customer Service skills. Handles Customer Complaints as needed.

- Communicates with the Store Management regarding all facets of the stores operations keeping them updated and sharing all incidents and concerns when they are not in the store.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to effectively communicate with supervisors, coworkers, donors and customers.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.50 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 29 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person