Christian Thrift Store Manager — Lead with Purpose

Mel Trotter Ministries Thrift Store; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Mel Trotter Mission Thrift LLC in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Store Manager to lead a Christ-centered thrift operation. You will hire, train, and supervise staff, oversee donations, pricing, and all store functions while modeling biblical hospitality.

The role emphasizes payroll accuracy, HR compliance, and daily financial stewardship. Strong leadership, communication, and a passion for service are essential, with a focus on safety and mission alignment.

Qualifications

• Must have strong leadership and team coaching abilities.
• Experience with payroll processing and scheduling.
• Ability to manage HR documentation and labor compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff to reflect Christ-centered hospitality and mission values.
• Hire, train, and develop store staff; manage performance per HR guidelines.
• Oversee daily retail operations, pricing, donations, and customer service.
• Ensure compliance with safety, labor laws, and policy standards.
• Review revenue, labor targets, and store metrics to guide decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Payroll management

Staff development

Customer service

Data-driven decisions

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mel Trotter Mission Thrift LLC in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Store Manager to lead a Christ-centered thrift operation. You will hire, train, and supervise staff, oversee donations, pricing, and all store functions while modeling biblical hospitality.

The role emphasizes payroll accuracy, HR compliance, and daily financial stewardship. Strong leadership, communication, and a passion for service are essential, with a focus on safety and mission alignment.