Assistant Store Manager

The Salvation Army USA; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support daily operations and enhance customer service in a vibrant retail environment. This role involves supervising staff, managing store displays, and ensuring compliance with policies while fostering a positive atmosphere. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a knack for effective customer service. Join a mission-driven organization that values teamwork and community service, offering a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in people's lives while developing your retail management skills.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Hearing Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Education Assistance

Paid Vacation Days

Qualifications

• Ability to provide effective customer service and communicate professionally.
• Knowledge of basic math for cash handling and transactions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising store employees and daily operations.
• Maintain store merchandise displays and assist customers.

Skills

Customer Service Techniques

Basic Mathematics

English Communication

Cash Register Operation

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Assistant Store Manager

Virginia Beach, VA 5524 VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD 23462

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has a job opening for Assistant Store Manager.

We offer competitive benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Hearing Insurance plans; Group Life Insurance; Retirement Benefits; Education Assistance; and Paid Vacation Days.

Job Summary

Assists in supervising store employees and participates in the day-to-day operations of the store and warehouse ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures; ensures the accountability and security of cashier funds; maintains the neatness and attractiveness of store merchandise ensuring that displays remain well-stocked; assists customers in locating items and prices and explains store policy; assists employees in resolving routine problems and performing special assignments; assumes the responsibilities of the Store Manager when needed. Maintains a positive working atmosphere by acting and communicating in a professional manner that will establish and promote a professional working relationship with vendors, donors, customers, beneficiaries, coworkers, and management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of effective customer service techniques.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of basic mathematics.
• Ability to read, write, and effectively communicate in the English language.
• Ability to operate a cash register.
• Ability to accurately and timely perform routine mathematical computations and count change.

Education and Experience

High School diploma or G.E.D. preferred and experience working in a retail store preferred or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications

None

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to successfully work with a variety of personalities and people in a positive manner. Limited physical effort required associated with sitting, walking, standing, lifting, bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, 75% to 100% of the work time and carrying light objects (generally less than 25 lbs.) 75-100% of work time. Work is performed in a normal store environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with weather changes.

Additional Information

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

To apply, please select the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.

We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!

• Job Family ARC-NON-EXEMPT
• Job Function Store
• Pay Type Hourly
• Travel Required No
• Required Education Equivalent Experience