Full Time - Store Production Supervisor

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Oxford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Store Production/Department Supervisor to oversee the production process and personnel in a retail environment. This role is crucial in ensuring that production and sales goals are met while enhancing the experience for both donors and shoppers. As part of a mission-driven organization, you will lead a team, manage operations, and maintain store safety and appearance. If you have a passion for service and teamwork, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Retail sales or thrift store experience preferred.
• Ability to follow and give directions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production process and personnel to meet goals.
• Train new team members and conduct quality control inspections.
• Manage product rotation and coordinate supply orders.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Basic computer skills

Problem-solving abilities

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or currently pursuing

Job description

Job Description for Store Production/Department Supervisor

The Salvation Army Mission:
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Job Objective:
To oversee the production process and personnel, focusing on meeting production and sales goals.

Essential Functions:
This role involves assigning, directing, and ensuring completion of daily tasks, training new team members, quality control inspections, tracking production, participating in processes, and maintaining store appearance and safety. Additional responsibilities include implementing strategies to meet goals, managing product rotation, coordinating supply orders, supporting store maintenance, enhancing donor and shopper experience, communicating with management, and protecting resources.

Additional Duties: Includes other tasks as assigned by management.

Addendum:
Supervising donation area operations, including sorting, loading/unloading trucks, receiving donations, and advising donors on unacceptable materials.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or currently pursuing.
• Experience: Retail sales or thrift store experience preferred; ability to follow and give directions.
• Skills/Abilities: Effective communication in English, basic computer skills, problem-solving abilities, basic math skills, and ability to pass drug and background tests.

Supervisory Responsibility: Oversees production team members, including paid staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand, handle, walk, reach, climb, stoop, lift up to 50 pounds regularly, and up to 100 pounds occasionally. Vision and mobility requirements are specified.

Travel: May require travel for work or training.

Working Conditions: Store environment with variable noise levels, possible dust, temperature fluctuations, and extended standing. Full-time/Part-time with weekend/evening hours.

Employees must support the religious mission of The Salvation Army and uphold its values.

Equal Opportunity: The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from veterans, people with disabilities, justice-involved individuals, and those without a college degree.