Assistant Store Manager - Austintown

Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries • Youngstown, OH

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About The Position

To manage, operate and supervise a retail store operated by Goodwill Industries. Store Manager will be responsible for all screening/hiring of new employees (including client training). Store Manager will be responsible for all store staff evaluations and corrective conferences with the District Manager’s approval. The Store Manager will utilize staff on duty efficiently, emphasizing customer service and production of donated goods. Promote sales growth, and attend to store merchandising and maintenance needs. The Store Manager is responsible and accountable for safeguarding store cash, mid-day and night bank deposits. (Follow cash and banking procedures accurately). Complete monthly and quarterly safety checklist and monitor fire equipment. Will be able to meet the public with ease. Will have the ability to supervise without showing partiality. The Store Manager will maintain a pleasant atmosphere in the store among personnel and the public at all times, maintain the proper handling of merchandise according to procedure, and adhere to all store policies. Will have sufficient mathematical skills to use cash register and complete store paperwork. The Store Manager will be able to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with District Manager to assure smooth store operation and growth. Will be good at team building and motivating staff. Will be supportive of co-workers and addressing personnel concerns on a timely basis. Will establish work schedules to ensure a smooth running operation. The Store Manager will ensure that store equipment is kept in proper working order. The Store Manager will be alert to store safety and security. The Store Manager will ensure Goodwill safety and security policies and procedures are maintained, reporting all injuries immediately. Maintains a high standard with store maintenance and presentation. The Store Manager will be understanding with clients and employees in training and making changes; also in dealing with problems. Will be fair-minded but firm in direction. The Store Manager will have occasional short deadlines, and work environment hectic with occasional high stress. Must possess a valid driver’s license, maintain adequate insurance and pass a background check. The Store Manager will annually review the Corporate Responsibility Policy to ensure departmental compliance with it. Review it with all staff. Make suggestions for revisions, additions, etc.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of five years’ retail sales experience.
• At least two years in a retail sales supervisory capacity or in a managerial/supervisory position.
• Valid driver’s license and maintain adequate insurance.
• Pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Manage, operate and supervise a retail store.
• Screen and hire new employees, including client training.
• Conduct staff evaluations and corrective conferences with District Manager’s approval.
• Utilize staff efficiently, emphasizing customer service and production of donated goods.
• Promote sales growth and attend to store merchandising and maintenance needs.
• Safeguard store cash and manage bank deposits.
• Complete monthly and quarterly safety checklists and monitor fire equipment.
• Maintain a pleasant atmosphere in the store among personnel and the public.
• Ensure proper handling of merchandise according to procedure and adhere to store policies.
• Work cooperatively and communicate effectively with District Manager.
• Build and motivate a team, addressing personnel concerns timely.
• Establish work schedules for smooth operation.
• Ensure store equipment is kept in proper working order.
• Maintain high standards of store maintenance and presentation.
• Review Corporate Responsibility Policy annually with staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED