Assistant Thrift Store Manager at Kenai Thrift Store

The Salvation Army Southern California • Kenai, AK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Thrift Store Manager, the Asst. Thrift Store Manager helps to plan, organize, structure, and supervise the daily operations of a Thrift Store. The position works in all aspects of daily store operations and ensures that all merchandising and sales efforts are carried out with efficiency, effectiveness, and courtesy.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• One (1) year of supervisory experience in a retail operation or equivalent structured environment, with display and marketing experience preferred.
• Ability to operate a cash register and handle monetary transactions.
• Knowledge of general office equipment to include telephone, computer, copier, fax machine, and calculator.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; be responsible, well organized, and dependable.
• Must be bondable and have an acceptable criminal history and driving record.
• Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook familiarity preferred. Ability to use new software programs with basic training.
• Must be able to understand, follow and give both written and oral instructions and be comfortable working with diverse individuals in face-to-face contact and over the telephone. The employee must be able to use speech and hearing for ordinary and telephone conversation.
• Must be able to perform simple calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) and apply concepts such as ratios and percentages in practical situations.
• Must be punctual, organized, self-motivated, flexible, and possess a desire to learn and assist those he/she interacts with.
• Must complete the online course for this area and pass the Background Checks required by The Salvation Army for employment.
• Must be a licensed driver with acceptable driving history. Must also complete and pass The Salvation Army Driver Safety Course.
• The employee acknowledges that he/she has been informed and understands The Salvation Army’s religious purpose and status as a church. The employee agrees that he/she shall do nothing to his/her relationship with The Salvation Army as an employee to undermine its religious mission. The employee agrees and understands that his/her services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes and his/her work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes.

Nice To Haves

• display and marketing experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain excellent customer relations by giving prompt and courteous assistance to customers and staff.
• Maintain cash register, ring in sales, corrections, and over-rings. Verify credit card denials or rejected credit cards. Collect credit cards from customers per machine instructions.
• Organize merchandise, order supplies and equipment, and maintain adequate amount of goods on hand. Price merchandise, pull outdated items, label and return items to warehouse as needed.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of incident reports and financial paperwork.
• Manage the receipt of donations and fill out donation receipts.
• Respond to telephone inquiries, routing calls appropriately.
• Supervise staff and delegate duties as directed to ensure compliance with published directives and guidelines. Help ensure sufficient coverage in store at all times.
• Calculate daily deposit, sales reports, and bank cash receipts as directed, safe-guarding cash at all times.
• Coordinate and update staff in safety procedures and policies concerning customers and employees, property, and buildings.
• Report all accidents, injuries, and safety hazards.
• Report need for maintenance and ensure store cleanliness inside and out.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of clients, staff, and other confidential information.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical – we offer EPO and PPO plans (includes vision and prescription drugs) – all in one price
• Dental – we offer PPO and DHMO plans
• Life, AD&D, STD and LTD Coverages
• Medical / Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• Wellness Programs (including an EAP)
• Retirement Opportunities (Money Purchase Pension Plan & 403B)
• Other fringe benefits such as Group Home & Auto Insurance, etc.
• Paid Leave Benefits (Sick and Vacation Leave)

What This Job Offers

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