Assistant Store Manager: Leadership in Training

tsainternal; Grand Rapids, Plainwell (MI, MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Plainwell, MI to support the Store Manager in daily operations, training staff, supervising production and sales, and maintaining store appearance.

This full-time role offers paid training, benefits after 90 days, and opportunities to develop retail and customer service skills while serving the community. Evening, weekend, and holiday scheduling may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years retail experience (thrift experience a plus).
• Valid Driver's License.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency including POS systems.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check.

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

Skills

Strong English communication

2 years retail experience

Valid Driver's License

Basic computer proficiency including

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Job description

The Salvation Army is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Plainwell, MI to support the Store Manager in daily operations, training staff, supervising production and sales, and maintaining store appearance.

This full-time role offers paid training, benefits after 90 days, and opportunities to develop retail and customer service skills while serving the community. Evening, weekend, and holiday scheduling may be required.