Thrift Store Clerk (Contract)

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory•Perth, ON

1d•CA$18 - CA$24•Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army is seeking a Thrift Store Clerk to provide customer service, sort incoming product, and assist in the ongoing retail operations of The Salvation Army Perth Thrift Store. This role is crucial for maintaining the store's operations and contributing to its mission of serving those in need.

Requirements

Completion of Secondary School. Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.
A minimum of three (3) months of prior related experience.
Cash handling experience is required.
Basic math skills required.
Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check.
Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience using a cash register, debit machine and/or credit card processing is a definite asset.
Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
Self-motivated/disciplined.
Lead by example, by demonstrating a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible in the face of change.
Ability to maintain information in confidence and exercise good judgement.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.
Exhibit good listening skills, have strong oral/written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Protect the integrity of all donated items.
Hold in safe keeping keys and alarm codes to open and close the Thrift Store, when needed.
Responsible for accurate completion of all customer transactions including cash and debit sales.
Process raw materials by loading/unloading, sorting, packing, pricing, and storing donations.
Interact with customers/donors in a positive, friendly, and courteous manner.
Contribute to meeting store budgets by maintaining customer service standards.
Possess knowledge of stock in order to respond to customer enquiries by phone/in person.
Assist with store layout plans to attract customers, which include window displays and merchandise displays; ensures attractiveness of the store through “Tidy Maintenance”.
Replenish inventory levels based on supervisor’s directions.
Provide customer service and greeting customers.
Unload donations and place stock in appropriate warehouse location.
Contribute to the control of inventory by retrieving, sorting, hanging, and pricing as directed.
Removal of inventory from sales floor as directed.
Abide by store policy and procedures.
Work with volunteers as assigned.
Inform your supervisor of all customer complaints, comments and concerns regarding customer service, prices, merchandise, etc.
Contribute to the safety of staff and customers (e.g., snow removal, clear fire exits, cleans spillage).
Maintain an attractive organized appearance of the store, tidy up and restock shelves, clean, sweep, dust, and mop as necessary.
Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
Perform other related duties.