Assistant Store Manager, Full-time

Goodwill Industries of Greater Grand Rapids•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

The Assistant Store Manager works in concert with the Store Manager to oversee hourly personnel and help operate a safe, clean, and friendly place of business. The role provides leadership through professional conduct, sound decision-making, effective interpersonal communication, and setting an example for Goodwill staff. The position starts at $18.00 per hour.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Solid mathematical skills.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Reliable personal transportation.
  • Well-developed sense of responsibility and coping ability.
  • Ability to meet the physical and vision demands described in the posting, including lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

  • Some managerial experience.
  • Some retail sales experience.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the behavior of hourly personnel in concert with the Store Manager and help maintain a safe, clean, and friendly place of business.
  • Demonstrate professional behavior and decision-making, communicate effectively, and set an example for staff.
  • Greet and assist customers and donors promptly, provide excellent customer service, and address or communicate concerns to the Store Manager.
  • Work with the Store Manager to ensure staff training is completed and support cross-training for Team Members.
  • Assist the Store Manager in meeting sales and production goals.
  • Maintain merchandising standards for stocking and resets, following sizing, categorizing, and pricing guidelines.
  • Maintain backroom operating standards.
  • Assist in implementing and controlling store procedures and Goodwill policy.
  • Complete daily, weekly, and monthly reports accurately and on time.
  • Assist with daily and weekly cash-handling and banking procedures.
  • Adhere to established store hours and check building security upon opening and closing.
  • Help ensure store safety and security.
  • Fulfill frontline staff duties as assigned.
  • Follow Goodwill safety practices and attendance and punctuality standards.
  • Communicate Goodwill's mission to customers and donors and promote and support Goodwill activities and initiatives.
  • Uphold Goodwill values, organizational policies, procedures, safety requirements, accreditation standards, and applicable laws and regulations.

Benefits

  • Up to 20 paid vacation days in the first year.
  • Professional development services.
  • Personal support services.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • 401(k) plan with employer match after six months.
  • Medical, dental, life, disability, and accidental insurance available.
  • 20% discount at greater Grand Rapids retail stores.
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