Assistant Store Manager

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

403(b) retirement savings plan

Employee Discount

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory is looking for an Assistant Store Manager in Indianapolis, IN. This full-time position involves assisting the Store Manager in daily store operations, ensuring compliance, and providing excellent customer service. You will have a direct impact on the community by supporting the mission of the Salvation Army.

Responsibilities include staff supervision, training, maintaining store presentation, and handling record-keeping. The position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail management or leadership roles.
• Strong communication skills to foster team collaboration.
• Ability to analyze and meet sales goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in daily operations.
• Support staff training and compliance with safety policies.
• Implement customer retention and development plans.

Skills

Staff training and supervision

Customer service skills

Sales strategy implementation

Record keeping

Job description

About The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is an international movement and 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. Our thrift stores play a vital role in funding our Adult Rehabilitation Centers and providing affordable shopping options to our neighbors.

Broad Ripple Location: 1021 Broad Ripple Ave Indianapolis, IN 46220

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: 38 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled

Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and hearing coverage
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid basic long-term disability coverage
• Optional voluntary life, short-term disability, and enhanced long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Employer-funded pension plan for eligible employees
• Employee Discount

About the Role

Join our team in "Doing the Most Good" as an Assistant Store Manager. In this support leadership role, you'll assist the Store Manager in all day-to-day operations, including staff supervision, production, sales, store maintenance, customer development, banking, and record keeping procedures. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.

Essential Responsibilities

Leadership & Operations

• Support staff training and supervision as assigned
• Implement strategies to meet production and sales goals
• Assist manager with store maintenance and appearance, ensuring safety, security, cleanliness, and utility
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and Salvation Army safety/security policies
• Work with store manager to keep income and expenses within budgeted parameters
• Protect resources through product control procedures to prevent shrinkage

Customer & Community Relations

• Implement customer development and retention plans
• Create an enjoyable shopping experience
• Work proactively to improve The Salvation Army's image among staff and community
• Support The Salvation Army's mission statement

Administrative

• Support banking and record-keeping procedures
• Document and provide information for personnel reviews and corrective actions
• Communicate with Store Manager regarding all aspects of store operations
• Handle all other duties as assigned

Training Provided

• Paid training on register and store procedures
• Ongoing coaching and support from store leadership
• Opportunity to build retail and customer service skills

Why Join Us

• Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community
• On-the-job training
• Team-oriented environment
• Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more!