Assistant Store Manager

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Saint Joseph (MO)

On-site

USD 18,000 - 26,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Hearing Insurance

403(b) Plan

PTO

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

EAP

Employee Discount

Paid Training

Career Development

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in St. Joseph, MO to support the Store Manager in daily retail operations, supervise staff, drive sales, and ensure safety and customer service standards.

The role offers paid training, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to develop leadership skills within a mission-driven nonprofit that funds critical community programs. You’ll work a varied schedule including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
Retail leadership or management experience preferred.
Customer service, merchandising, sales, or store operations experience preferred.
Cash handling, banking, and inventory management experience preferred.
Strong English communication skills required.

Responsibilities

Lead staff training, coaching, and scheduling to support daily operations.
Provide leadership during daily store activities and ensure policy adherence.
Support employee development and foster a positive team culture.
Assist with staffing, scheduling, and operational planning to meet goals.
Maintain inventory flow and support loss prevention efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Customer focus

POS systems

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

POS hardware/software

Job description

Assistant Store Manager

Location: St. Joseph, MO
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 40 hours per week, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision & Hearing Insurance, 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match Eligibility, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Discount, Paid Training, Career Development Opportunities

About the Role

Join The Salvation Army in Doing the Most Good as an Assistant Store Manager. In this leadership role, you'll support the Store Manager in overseeing daily retail operations, staff supervision, production, sales performance, customer service, safety compliance, and store presentation.

This position is ideal for candidates with retail leadership experience who enjoy developing teams, driving store performance, and making a positive impact in their community. Through your work, you'll help generate critical funding that supports The Salvation Army's life-changing programs and services.

What You'll Do

Leadership & Team Development

Assist with training, coaching, and supervising store staff
Provide leadership and guidance during daily operations
Support employee development and promote a positive team culture
Assist with staffing, scheduling, and operational planning
Help ensure policies and procedures are consistently followed

Store Operations & Sales

Support the implementation of strategies to achieve production and sales goals
Assist in managing day-to-day store operations
Monitor store performance and identify opportunities for improvement
Help maintain appropriate inventory flow and merchandise availability
Support loss prevention efforts and product control procedures to minimize shrinkage

Store Appearance & Safety

Ensure the store is clean, organized, safe, and customer-ready
Assist in maintaining attractive merchandising and displays
Support compliance with OSHA regulations and Salvation Army safety policies
Monitor facility conditions and communicate maintenance needs

Customer Experience & Community Relations

Deliver exceptional customer service and create a positive shopping environment
Support customer retention and community engagement initiatives
Address customer concerns professionally and effectively
Represent The Salvation Army positively in the community
Support and uphold The Salvation Army's mission and values

Administrative Responsibilities

Assist with banking procedures and daily financial processes
Maintain operational records and required documentation
Provide information for employee evaluations and corrective actions
Communicate regularly with the Store Manager regarding store operations
Complete additional duties and special projects as assigned

Training Provided

Paid training on store operations, register procedures, and management responsibilities
Leadership development and coaching from experienced retail managers
Ongoing support and professional growth opportunities
Training on safety standards, customer service, and operational excellence

Why Join Us?

Make a meaningful impact in your local community
Work for one of America's most trusted nonprofit organizations
Opportunities for advancement and career growth
Comprehensive benefits package
Mission-driven and team-oriented workplace
Employee discount and wellness resources
Leadership experience in a growing retail environment

Qualifications

Required Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Preferred Experience

Retail leadership, supervisory, or management experience preferred
Experience in customer service, merchandising, sales, or store operations
Cash handling, banking, and inventory management experience preferred

Skills & Abilities

Strong leadership and team-building skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize, multitask, and solve problems effectively
Customer-focused mindset
Basic computer proficiency, including Point of Sale (POS) systems
Strong organizational and time-management skills

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, and lifting
Regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds
Ability to work in a retail environment with moderate noise levels
Exposure to seasonal temperature fluctuations and dusty conditions

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from veterans, individuals with disabilities, people returning to the workforce, individuals impacted by the justice system, and candidates without a college degree.

Qualifications

Required