ARC Store Manager

Salvation Army USA • Swansea, MA

91d

About The Position

The Salvation Army's Adult Rehabilitation Centers make a difference in people's lives. Through the collection and resale of gently used goods we are able to provide the financial support to assist men and women with a variety of social and spiritual afflictions. The in-residence rehabilitation program focuses on basic necessities with every man or woman being provided a clean and healthy living environment, good food, work therapy, leisure time activities, group and individual counseling, and spiritual direction. All our effort is focused on developing life skills and a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ. More than just a job, each member of the team contributes to recycling goods that literally recycle and repair broken lives. The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Store Manager to create and sustain a pleasant and hospitable work environment and excellent customer relationships in order to motivate staff and meet sales goals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in sales preferred.
• Ability to lead, manage and motivate others.
• Ability to read and interpret simple income and expense reports.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable DMV record.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to work in any store location under the supervision of this ARC Center.

Responsibilities

• Create a pleasant and hospitable work environment and maintain good customer relationships.
• Ensure compliance to the Guide to Thrift Store & Donation Centers Operations manual and all other policies and procedures by all store personnel.
• Meet sales, production, and expense budget goals to maintain a profitable operation.
• Ensure that all production is taken from the back room and properly displayed on the sales floor.
• Receive applications, participate in interviewing of applicants when needed, and recommend applicants for employment.
• Conduct regular evaluations of store personnel, identifying performance strengths and areas of development.
• Conduct monthly staff and safety meetings and ensure compliance with safety measures.
• Schedule all sales associates to ensure full coverage in store at all times.
• Submit completed payroll information biweekly for all store personnel.
• Order merchandise to keep the store well stocked.
• Provide training, direction, and supervision for new employees and retraining for all personnel.
• Responsible for the proper accounting and banking of cash receipts at end of business day.
• Ensure that all paperwork and sales reports are completed and forwarded to the finance department daily.
• Report to Administrator any site visits and/or communication from OSHA and CPSC.
• Attend manager meetings and keep store personnel informed of new policies and directives.
• Provide oversight and guidance to beneficiaries assigned to stores for work therapy.
• Support the work therapy program component by providing an example of professional conduct and work habits.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by immediate supervisor and/or Administrator.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees