Assistant Store Manager in Training - Lead, Learn, Impact

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking an Assistant Store Manager/Manager-in-Training to support daily operations, supervise staff, manage production and sales, and maintain store appearance and safety.

This part-time, 25 hours/week position includes a 12-week MIT program designed to develop leadership skills and prepare for a full-time Store Manager role, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to make a meaningful community impact.

Qualifications

• Leadership and staff supervision experience.
• Ability to implement strategies to meet production and sales goals.
• Familiarity with store safety, maintenance, and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• 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

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Operations management

Job description

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking an Assistant Store Manager/Manager-in-Training to support daily operations, supervise staff, manage production and sales, and maintain store appearance and safety.

This part-time, 25 hours/week position includes a 12-week MIT program designed to develop leadership skills and prepare for a full-time Store Manager role, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to make a meaningful community impact.