Assistant Team Lead - Wise, VA

Goodwilltnva; Wise (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks of paid time off (for full-?me

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee discount at Goodwill stores

Opportunities for growth and advancem​

Major holidays off

A team that values your contributions

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Tenneva in Wise, VA, is seeking an experienced retail leader to oversee daily store operations and staff. This hands-on role involves coaching teams, scheduling, inventory, and maintaining a customer‑focused environment from open to close.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year of experience managing people in retail, excellent communication, and strong decision‑making in a fast-paced setting. Join a mission-driven organization with growth opportunities and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience managing people or leading retail shifts.
• Hands-on leader who’s comfortable jumping in wherever needed.
• Strong communication and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to stay focused in a fast‑moving, production‑based retail space.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Management team in all aspects of daily operations
• Lead and supervise team members during shifts
• Help train new employees and provide ongoing coaching
• Assist with scheduling, inventory, and visual merchandising
• Ensure a clean, organized, and customer-focused store environment
• Step in to open or close the store as needed
• Promote a positive team culture and help resolve team or customer concerns

Skills

People management

Team leadership

Communication

Decision making

Customer focus

Job description

Are you an experienced retail leader ready to take on a bigger role with a purpose-driven organization? Goodwill Industries of Tenneva is hiring for our next store leaders in Wise, VA!

We’re looking for candidates with at least 1 year of experience leading shifts or managing a team in a retail or similar fast-paced setting. This is a hands‑on leadership role, perfect for someone who enjoys motivating others, staying organized, and helping a store run smoothly from open to close.

What You’ll Do:

• Support the Store Management team in all aspects of daily operations
• Lead and supervise team members during shifts
• Help train new employees and provide ongoing coaching
• Assist with scheduling, inventory, and visual merchandising
• Ensure a clean, organized, and customer-focused store environment
• Step in to open or close the store as needed
• Promote a positive team culture and help resolve team or customer concerns

What We’re Looking For:

• At least 1 year of experience managing people or leading retail shifts
• A hands‑on leader who’s comfortable jumping in wherever needed
• Strong communication and decision‑making skills
• Ability to stay focused in a fast‑moving, production‑based retail space
• Dependable, professional, and committed to helping others grow

Why Join Goodwill Tenneva?

• 4 weeks of paid time off (for full time employees after introductory period)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee discount at Goodwill stores
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Making a contribution to a meaningful mission in the communities that Goodwill Industries of Tenneva serves
• Major holidays off
• A team that values your contributions and supports your success

At Goodwill, every sale helps fund programs that empower people through work and training. Join us and be part of something bigger than just a job.

Goodwill Industries of Tenneva is an Equal Opportunity Employer.