Inventory Specialist/Cashier (Bloomington)

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Bloomington, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As the inventory specialist/cashier, you will provide for a quality-driven organization and structure of all donations received and selling quality items to the public. You will accept donations with a spirit of grace and provide receipts to donors, ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Position requires a background check to be completed and all background check results will be reviewed.
Minimum of two years customer service experience
Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver’s qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment.
Able to speak, write, and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems.
Able to twist, bend, squat, reach, push and pull.
Able to lift 60lbs and move 100lbs.
Must be able to withstand exposure to outdoor temperature year-round and possible exposure to odors and dust.
Good speaking, hearing, and vision ability and excellent manual dexterity

Nice To Haves

back-to-work
US Veterans
people with disabilities
people who have been impacted by the justice system
people without a college degree

Responsibilities

Receive with courtesy all donations at the back of the store. Issue tax receipts when requested.
Avoid receiving broken, damaged, or stained items.
Maintain a clean and organized back room, separating household donations, books, electronics, and other items from clothing and transporting items to the proper department.
Follow all Salvation Army policies regarding the sale of merchandise. Ensure inventory quality by adhering to merchandise standards and preventing damage to donated goods.
Have the necessary boxes for all donations and accessories (e.g., socks, belts, purses, toys, underwear, etc.).
Sort and clean donations as appropriate, as well as price, hang, and barb as instructed by the store manager, and put items worth sale onto the sales floor.
Keep an attitude of urgency in getting the sorting accomplished. This will keep piles from getting away from a manageable size.
Inform the store manager when volunteers and community service workers are not doing their work correctly.
Perform all functions related to running the cash register, including but not limited to ringing up customer sales, making change, and running the card reader.
Assist with carry-outs if purchased merchandise is heavy, large, or awkward to carry.
Accompany box truck driver as needed on pick-ups and deliveries.
Cooperate with the store manager and/or corps officer in other duties as assigned.
Adheres to all organization practices, policies, and procedures.
Other tasks as assigned by leadership