Store Manager

The Salvation Army; Swansea; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Swansea is seeking a Store Manager to create a hospitable work environment and manage store operations. The role includes ensuring compliance with policies, managing staff, and meeting sales goals. Candidates should have sales experience and strong leadership skills, along with a high school diploma or equivalent. This position offers an opportunity to make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in sales is essential.
• Must possess leadership and motivational skills.

Responsibilities

• Create a pleasant and hospitable work environment.
• Ensure compliance with all store policies.
• Manage cash receipts and safeguard funds.

Skills

Leadership and motivational skills

Good communication skills

Ability to interpret income and expense reports

Experience in sales

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Title: Store Manager

Supervises:

Store personnel

Reports To:

Administrator or Designee

Status:

Non-exempt

Function:

The Store Manager will create and sustain a pleasant and hospitable work environment and excellent customer relationships in order to motivate staff and meet sales goals.

Duties And Responsibilities

1. Responsible for creating a pleasant and hospitable work environment and maintaining good customer relationships.
2. Ensure compliance with accounting, employee, and store policies.
3. Meet sales, production, and expense budget goals to maintain profitability.
4. Ensure all products are properly displayed on the sales floor.
5. Participate in hiring processes, including reviewing applications and conducting interviews, and recommend candidates to the Administrator or Store Supervisor.
6. Conduct regular evaluations of store personnel, identify performance strengths and areas for development, recommend training, and issue written warnings when necessary.
7. Hold monthly staff and safety meetings, ensuring all safety policies align with Salvation Army and government regulations.
8. Schedule staff to ensure full store coverage, including posting weekly work schedules with assignments, breaks, and vacation.
9. Review and approve employee timecards and paid time off each pay period.
10. Order merchandise to keep the store stocked, ensuring proper ragging out and color coordination according to the ARC Rag Out Calendar.
11. Provide training and supervision for new and existing employees as needed.
12. Manage cash receipts, safeguard funds, and adhere to the 'Safekeeping of Salvation Army Funds' policy.
13. Complete and submit sales reports and paperwork to the finance department daily.

Additional Responsibilities

1. Report site visits and communications from OSHA, CPSC, or local inspectors to the Administrator, verifying credentials.
2. Attend manager meetings and update store personnel on new policies.
3. Protect property and report hazards, damages, or injuries.
4. Support work therapy programs by exemplifying professional conduct and work habits.
5. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in sales.
• Leadership and motivational skills.
• Ability to interpret income and expense reports.
• Good communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable DMV record.

Physical Requirements

Sitting: Under 1/3 of the time
Lifting: Able to lift 50 pounds
Push/Pull: Using machinery
Standing: Over 2/3 of the time
Walking: Over 2/3 of the time
Reaching: Over 2/3 of the time
Climbing: Under 1/3 of the time
Stooping: Over 2/3 of the time

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