Assistant Store Manager

The Salvation Army; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused charitable organization in Ontario seeks a Retail Management professional to oversee store operations, ensure safety, manage staff, and handle customer interactions. The candidate should possess retail experience, organizational skills, and a commitment to the organization's mission. This full-time position offers a target salary range between $21.83 to $27.29 per hour.

Qualifications

• Two years of related retail store experience preferred.
• Basic accounting and cash handling experience required.
• Willingness to support The Salvation Army's mission.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety of customers and staff in the store.
• Assist with store planning and customer concerns.
• Participate in staff training and performance management.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organization

Customer service

Education

Post-secondary program in Retail Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Who We Are
For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

Position Purpose Summary

ACCOUNTABILITIES

The incumbent may perform all, some, or similar range of duties.

• Oversee safety of all customers, staff, and volunteers while in the store
• Assist with planning of store layouts and ensure attractiveness of store
• Handle customer concerns or complaints in a timely and courteous manner
• Support the Store manager/Corps Officer in ensuring all cash operations are carried out according to Salvation Army Policy and Procedures and nightly deposits are secure
• Oversee control of inventory by ensuring store donations are retrieved, sorted, and priced appropriately
• Provide direction and support to staff in the absence of Store Manager
• Participate in interviews and hiring
• Provide orientation and training, provide feedback for performance management of staff in compliance with Divisional and Territorial standards
• Assist in planning of store sales, promotions, and auctions
• Plan staff schedule, staff meetings, and training sessions
• Sort, price, stock various goods

Health and Safety

• Works in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
• Support Store Manager/Corps Officer in ensuring that all staff are aware of emergency procedures and are prepared to implement them immediately as necessary.
• Ensures the proper procedures are followed in the event of a workplace injury or illness, conducting incident investigations as applicable.

Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

Internal: Store Manager, Corps Officer(s), volunteers, staff
External: Community, external vendors

MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Reports directly to the Store Manager.
Direct reports: None.
This position supervises staff members and volunteers in the absence of Store Manager/Corps Officer.

FINANCIAL AND MATERIAL MANAGEMENT

• Moderate material responsibilities.
• Regular responsibility for minor financial matters and for wise use of own resources.
• May be authorized to handle small amounts of cash. Little input to annual budget or revenue projections.

The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This is a permanent full-time position.
• Working environment is in a store.
• Flexibility in work schedule is required.
• Work schedule will vary from week to week and will include weekdays and/or Saturdays.
• Required to stand for long periods with frequent twisting, bending, crouching, and reaching is required.
• Ability to lift/move on a regular basis up to 29 pounds.
• Travel is required for this position to attend meetings, etc.

The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
• Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications

• Completion of a formal post-secondary program or specialized courses in Retail Management or equivalent.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Experience and Knowledge

• Two (2) years of prior related retail store experience, specifically in secondhand merchandise preferred.
• Basic accounting experience is required.
• Cash handling experience is required.
• Experience with cash registers and related processes and procedures, i.e., bank deposits, summary reports, etc.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with specific systems/programs related to The Salvation Army is an asset.

Skills and Capabilities

• Able to work within a team environment to provide direction, resolve conflict, ensure appropriate use of donations.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
• Results driven with superior time management skills and the ability to delegate effectively.
• Experience in performing administrative tasks.
• Team player: ability to work in a compassionate, respectful, and non-judgmental manner.
• Familiarity with cash handling, pricing, sorting procedures, product display and promotion guidelines.

Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion.

Training to take place at Fenelon Falls Thrift Store (91 Murray Street, Fenelon Falls, ON K0M 1N0)

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $21.83 to $27.29 with a maximum of $32.75.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.