Full Time - Manager In Training

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Utica (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a well-respected organization focused on serving the community. This role involves assisting the Store Manager in daily operations, staff training, and ensuring a positive shopping experience for customers. You'll play a vital part in maintaining store standards, managing cash handling procedures, and implementing strategies to achieve sales goals. If you're passionate about making a difference and have strong leadership skills, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization. Embrace the chance to grow professionally while supporting a noble cause.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Employee Discounts

Training Opportunities

Health Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management or supervisory roles is preferred.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to train staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager with daily operations and staff supervision.
• Ensure compliance with safety and security policies.
• Manage cash handling and record-keeping procedures.

Skills

Staff Training

Customer Service

Cash Handling

Record Keeping

Sales Strategies

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Payroll System

Job description

The Salvation Army Mission:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical 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.

Job Objective:

Assists Store Manager with the store staff; production and sales; store maintenance; customer

development; banking and record keeping procedures. Supports Manager in all day to day

operations of assigned thrift store.

Essential Functions:

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential

functions and requirements of the position. Other job related responsibilities and tasks may be

assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

perform the essential job functions.

List functions here:

• Supports staff training and supervision as assigned.
  
  
  
  • Participates in recruiting and interviewing staff for store as assigned.
  
  
  • Participates in scheduling of staff, monitors accuracy and submits payroll for processing as assigned.
  
  
  • Ensure that all TSA policies and practices concerning employee relations are complied with.
  
  
  • Promptly forwards all employment related paperwork to the HR Department at the ARC.
  
  
  • Provided training, supervision and support to beneficiaries that are assigned to the store as part of their work therapy.
  
  
  
  


• Supports implementation of strategies to meet production and sales goals.
  
  
  
  • Supervises the product acquisition (donation) processes, production (sorting, hanging, pricing and presentation) processes and sales processes.
  
  
  • Supervises and is proficient in all parts of the acquisition, production and sales processes.
  
  
  • Supervises the product rotation process and is diligent in turning product over.
  
  
  • Communicates with central warehouse to place orders for next day's processing needs.
  
  
  
  


• Assist manager with the store maintenance and appearance of the store with regard to safety,

security, cleanliness, appearance and utility.

• Ensures that the store is in compliance with all OSHA and Salvation Army safety and security

policies and procedures.

• Checks to make sure displays and floor layout plans are being followed and updated.


• Identify and communicate with manager ways to improve appearance and appeal of store to customers.


• Implement Product Control Procedures preventing shrinkage through theft or spoilage.


• Promptly reports all maintenance or repair needs and issues to the store manager and

when unavailable the appropriate personnel at the ARC.

• Implements customer development and retention plans.
  
  
  
  • Creates an enjoyable shopping experience.
  
  
  • Interacts positively with customers, setting the example for all staff.
  
  
  
  


• Assist the manager in recordkeeping and reporting procedures for the store.
  
  
  
  • Applies TSA approved cash handling procedures for opening and closing of registers.
  
  
  • Assists in the management of the bank runs and deposit procedures for the store.
  
  
  • Reports Store production and sales as assigned.
  
  
  • Uses inventory tracking as assigned.
  
  
  
  


• Communicates with the Store Manager regarding all facets of the stores operations keeping

them updated and sharing all incidents, concerns and ideas; and with ARC Department Heads

as outlined in training as assigned.

• In conjunction with the store manager works to keep income and expenses within budget

parameters.

• Manages cash handling procedures in accordance with TSA Policy.

• Must be available for a flexible schedule to work early shifts, late shifts, and most weekends, in

order to observe and provide training to all store employees.

• In conjunction with the store manager proactively works to improve the image of The Salvation

Army among staff and in the community.

• Creates a positive understanding of policies and procedures.


• Redirects complaints and criticism, by providing education and understanding of the program and pricing.


• Protects the resources under their supervision.
  
  
  
  • Implement Product Control Procedures preventing shrinkage through theft or spoilage.
  
  
  • Control property, utility and product supply waste.
  
  
  
  


• All other duties as assigned.


• Support the mission statement of The Salvation Army.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Supports the training and supervision the store staff.

Document and provide information requested about direct reports to store manager for a

personnel review and corrective action.

Review and approve time and attendance for store personnel using the current payroll system.

Checks time logs regularly. Following all current regulations and trainings.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an

employee to successfully perform the duties of this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to

enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands,

handle, or feel; and hear or talk.

The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands

and arms.

The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up

to 100 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and

ability to adjust focus.

The work environment for this position is a store environment with a quiet to moderate noise level.

The environment may be dusty and may experience temperature fluctuations based on weather. May

stand for extended periods

Travel:

May be required to travel to various locations for work or training

Working Conditions:

The work environment for this position is a store environment with a quiet to moderate noise level.

The environment may be dusty and may experience temperature fluctuations based on weather. May

stand for extended periods. Full-time position; will require weekend and evening hours.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Must pass all applicable background checks