Full Time Assistant Store Manager, Lima Rd., Fort Wayne, IN

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Assistant Store Manager, where your leadership will help drive daily operations and enhance customer experiences. This full-time role offers the chance to make a significant impact in the community while supporting a mission-driven organization. You will assist in staff supervision, sales strategies, and store maintenance, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all shoppers. With a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to 'Doing the Most Good', this position is perfect for someone passionate about community service and retail management.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management or leadership roles.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in daily operations and staff supervision.
• Implement strategies to achieve sales and production goals.
• Ensure store compliance with safety and security policies.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Sales Management

Record Keeping

Staff Training

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Assistant Store Manager - The Salvation Army Thrift Store

About The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is an international movement and part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Our thrift stores play a vital role in funding our Adult Rehabilitation Centers and providing affordable shopping options to our neighbors.

Pay Rate:

$17.00 per hour

Status:

Full Time, 40 Hours per Week

Position Overview

Join our team in "Doing the Most Good" as an Assistant Store Manager. In this support leadership role, you'll assist the Store Manager in all day-to-day operations, including staff supervision, production, sales, store maintenance, customer development, banking, and record keeping procedures. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.

Essential Responsibilities

Leadership & Operations

• 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

Customer & Community Relations

• 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

Administrative

• 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