Assistant Store Manager - Soledad

Goodwill-Central-Coast; Soledad (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Career development

Job summary

Goodwill Central Coast is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Soledad, CA. The role focuses on leading daily retail operations, coaching team members, and delivering an exceptional donor and customer experience.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of retail sales experience, strong leadership, and cash handling skills. English proficiency is required; basic Spanish is preferred. Benefits include insurance, a 403(b), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Retail leadership and customer service experience preferred.
• Experience operating cash registers and handling cash transactions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee store operations in the Store Manager's absence.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and ongoing training to store team members.
• Deliver exceptional customer and donor service.
• Assist customers with product selections and complete sales transactions.
• Perform opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and bank deposits.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Cash handling

English fluency

Spanish helpful

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cash register

POS system

Job description

GOODWILL CENTRAL COASTAssistant Store ManagerLocation: [Soledad, CA]Employment Type: Full-TimePay: [$19.00 - $21.00]Do More Than a Job. Make an Impact.At Goodwill Central Coast, your work has purpose. For nearly 100 years, we've been turning donations into opportunity, creating jobs, removing barriers to employment, and helping people build brighter futures across the Central Coast.We're looking for a motivated retail leader to help drive store success, support team development, and deliver an exceptional experience for donors and customers. Your leadership helps create opportunities that change lives.Why Goodwill Central Coast?Company-subsidized medical, dental, vision & life insurance*403(b) retirement plan with company matching*Paid holidays, vacation & sick leave*Career development and advancement opportunitiesA mission-driven workplace where your work makes a difference*Benefits are subject to eligibility and plan terms.The OpportunityWe are looking for an Assistant Store Manager who is customer-focused, dependable, and an effective team leader to support daily retail operations and ensure an outstanding shopping and donation experience.This is an opportunity to lead store operations, coach team members, drive sales performance, and contribute to a mission that transforms lives through the power of work.What You'll BringHigh school diploma or equivalent.One year of retail sales experience or equivalent, including at least six months in a lead sales associate capacity.Experience operating cash registers and handling cash transactions.Strong customer service, communication, and team leadership skills.Ability to communicate effectively in English; basic Spanish preferred.Basic math skills and the ability to learn store procedures and systems.What You'll DoOversee store operations in the Store Manager's absence.Provide leadership, coaching, and ongoing training to store team members.Deliver exceptional customer and donor service.Assist customers with product selections and complete sales transactions.Perform opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and bank deposit functions.Monitor sales floor presentation, merchandise rotation, and markdowns.Ensure the store remains clean, organized, and safe for customers, donors, employees, and visitors.Identify donated items suitable for e-commerce sales.Prepare donations and merchandise transfers to the processing plant.Communicate operational concerns, safety issues, and customer concerns to store leadership.Support staff performance discussions and provide feedback to the Store Manager.Assist with donor intake and donation processing as needed.Perform sanitizing, housekeeping, and other related duties as assigned.Physical RequirementsAbility to stand and walk for extended periods during scheduled shifts.Frequent lifting and carrying of items up to 25 pounds.Ability to push, pull, bend, squat, kneel, and use material handling equipment such as carts, racks, and hand trucks.Ability to use cash registers, computers, and other retail equipment.Normal or corrected vision, hearing, and communication abilities sufficient to perform essential job functions.Ready to Work for Good?If you're ready to use your talents, grow your career, and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.Bring your talent. Build your career. Be part of the solution.Equal Employment OpportunityGoodwill Central Coast is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Goodwill Central Coast is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process are encouraged to contact Human Resources at 831-423-8611 or [e-mail].