Retail Store Associates

Savers | Value Village; Whitby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A large thrift operator in Whitby is seeking a Retail Store Associate to enhance customer experiences and assist with donations. Ideal candidates should possess strong customer service skills and work well in a diverse team. This role offers both full-time and part-time opportunities, with comprehensive training and benefits such as extended health care and paid time off.

Benefits

Comprehensive onboarding

Extended health care plans

Company-paid Life Insurance

Group RRSP with employer matching

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or customer service is an asset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to enhance the shopping experience.
• Assist with donations and inventory management.
• Maintain store cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Customer service experience

Team teamwork

Cash handling

Job description

Description

Job Title: Retail Store Associate

Who We Are

As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States, Canada, and Australia, our mission is to champion reuse and inspire a future where secondhand is second nature. We supply our stores with gently-used, one-of-a-kind items donated by the community to local nonprofit organizations. We purchase these items directly from our nonprofit partners, redirecting billions of pounds of used items from landfills to our store racks and shelves for reuse, while providing our partners with funding for their community programs. We are "Thrift Proud," supported by millions of loyal customers and over 22,000 team members across 300+ stores. Learn more at savers.com.

Our brands include Savers (U.S.), 2nd Ave (U.S.), Value Village (U.S. and Canada), Unique (U.S.), Village des Valeurs (Quebec), and Savers Australia.

Summary & Positions

At Savers / Value Village, our Retail Store Associates create an exceptional experience for Customers, Donors, and Team Members. We are hiring for both Full-Time and Part-Time Retail Store Associate positions.

What You Can Expect

• The opportunity to celebrate uniqueness, with a diverse team from many backgrounds and perspectives.
• Work in a purpose-driven company with a positive impact on the planet and communities.
• Career growth and development opportunities aligned with our store expansion plans.

What You Get

• Comprehensive onboarding and training from day one.
• In-house training developed by Savers University, covering 90% of our programs, supplemented by external providers.
• Benefits include:
• Extended health care plans for full-time team members.
• Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Group RRSP with employer matching.
• Paid time off for leisure and hobbies.
• Mental health services support.

Address: 1801 Dundas Street E, Whitby, ON L1N 7C5

Value Village is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. We will accommodate applicants with disabilities during recruitment and throughout employment, upon request, in accordance with accessibility standards.