Retail Team Leader at Independence
About The Position
The Retail Team Leader supports the Retail Store Manager in daily store operations, helps drive sales and production goals, and delivers strong customer experiences. The role includes coaching and developing retail associates, providing guidance and feedback, and helping maintain a safe, productive, and welcoming store environment. The position also supports inventory management, production processes, merchandising, pricing, quality standards, cash handling, and compliance with company policies and procedures. The role provides training, direction, and work delegation to Donation Attendants, Merchandise Processors, and Sales Associates. The position requires flexibility to work opening, production, and closing shifts and the ability to meet the physical demands of a fast-paced retail environment.
Requirements
- Strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members.
- Effective communication skills in English.
- Flexibility to work opening, production, and closing shifts.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, kneeling, and reaching.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
Nice To Haves
- Previous retail leadership or supervisory experience; one or more years preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support the Retail Store Manager in overseeing daily store operations.
- Deliver outstanding customer service and resolve customer concerns professionally.
- Coach, train, and develop retail associates to maximize performance.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and feedback to team members.
- Help maintain a safe, productive, and welcoming store environment.
- Monitor sales transactions and ensure proper cash-handling procedures are followed.
- Address escalated customer and operational issues.
- Ensure accurate pricing, quality standards, and merchandising execution.
- Support inventory management and production processes.
- Drive team productivity and achievement of store goals.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Provide training, direction, and work delegation to Donation Attendants, Merchandise Processors, and Sales Associates.
Benefits
- Opportunities for career growth and promotion.
- Leadership development and digital training programs.
- Career advancement pathways.
- Internal employee referral bonus of $300 when a referred candidate is hired and completes 90 days of employment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
