General Manager - Retail Team Lead
About The Position
Lead with Purpose. Drive Results. Build Culture. Goodwill Industries of Tenneva is seeking a dynamic, people-focused Retail Team Lead to lead one of our retail locations. If you are a strong retail leader who thrives on developing people, driving performance, and creating exceptional customer and donor experiences, we want to meet you. What You’ll Do This role will oversee all aspects of store operations, performance, and team leadership. This is a hands-on leadership role with full operational accountability. Operational Leadership Lead day-to-day retail operations to ensure profitability and efficient stewardship of donated goods Oversee the efficient processing of donated goods to ensure production targets, quality standards, and revenue goals are consistently achieved. Manage expense-to-revenue ratios, payroll budgets, and overall store performance Drive key performance metrics including sales, donor value, payroll percentage, retention, and safety Ensure compliance with organizational policies, safety standards, and CARF accreditation requirements People & Culture Hire, train, develop, and coach leadership and frontline team members Develop Assistant Team Leads to prepare future store leaders Foster a culture rooted in Goodwill’s core values and commitment to world-class customer service Build a high-accountability, high-engagement work environment Merchandising & Customer Experience Ensure strong merchandising standards and competitive pricing through industry awareness Oversee donation flow, processing, and product presentation Maintain store image, cleanliness, loss prevention, and safety standards Financial & Administrative Oversight Oversee POS systems, cash handling, scheduling, and reporting Ensure accurate and timely completion of required reports and documentation What We’re Looking For We’re seeking a strong retail operator who leads with integrity, drives results, and prioritizes people. Why Join Goodwill? At Goodwill Industries of Tenneva, your leadership fuels more than retail success, it supports life-changing employment and training programs in our communities. Ready to Lead with Impact? If you’re ready to take ownership of a retail location, develop future leaders, and make a measurable difference in your community, apply today. Goodwill Industries of Tenneva Area, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of two years of management or supervisory experience in a retail or business setting
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and key retail business days
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or related field (equivalent leadership experience will be considered)
- Multi-department retail leadership
- High-volume sales accountability
- Visual merchandising and inventory flow management
- Budget oversight and payroll management
- Performance coaching and talent development
- Employee engagement and retention strategies
- Loss prevention and operational compliance
- Community engagement and brand representation
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic computer proficiency
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day retail operations to ensure profitability and efficient stewardship of donated goods
- Oversee the efficient processing of donated goods to ensure production targets, quality standards, and revenue goals are consistently achieved.
- Manage expense-to-revenue ratios, payroll budgets, and overall store performance
- Drive key performance metrics including sales, donor value, payroll percentage, retention, and safety
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, safety standards, and CARF accreditation requirements
- Hire, train, develop, and coach leadership and frontline team members
- Develop Assistant Team Leads to prepare future store leaders
- Foster a culture rooted in Goodwill’s core values and commitment to world-class customer service
- Build a high-accountability, high-engagement work environment
- Ensure strong merchandising standards and competitive pricing through industry awareness
- Oversee donation flow, processing, and product presentation
- Maintain store image, cleanliness, loss prevention, and safety standards
- Oversee POS systems, cash handling, scheduling, and reporting
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of required reports and documentation
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Accident Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Program
- Generous and competitive paid time off
- Opportunities for advancement and increased leadership responsibility within a growing organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
