Interim Store Manager

The Salvation Army Southwest Division; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 58,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization seeks an Interim Store Manager for their Kalispell location. This temporary role involves overseeing thrift store operations, managing staff, and ensuring excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have significant retail management experience and a passion for community service. Responsibilities include developing strategies for profitability, managing donations, and fostering a positive work environment. A generous benefits package is offered, including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plans

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of management experience in retail.
• Experience overseeing volunteers a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff, volunteers, and store operations.
• Ensure financial success and employee satisfaction.
• Develop store strategies to optimize profitability.

Skills

Management Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

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Description

• An internal candidate has been identified for this position.
  
  

This Is a Temporary Position For Three Months

We are seeking a candidate with management skills to provide positive guidance and team building to our Sales and Production Associates in our Thrift Store; developing store strategies to optimize profitability, meeting sales goals by training, motivating, mentoring and providing feedback to store staff. We are looking for a results driven individual to be responsible for he overall store management. Excellent customer service is a must!

Mission Statement

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 for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in his name without discrimination.

Education And Work Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalency
• Minimum three (3) years of management experience in a retail operation, merchandising and supervision of staff; experience overseeing volunteers a plus
• Minimum two (2) years of specialty retail, thrift, consignment or distribution management experience preferred; three (3) years of experience highly desired.
• Customer Service Experience
• Computer - Software/Hardware Experience (Word and Excel, Outlook)
  
  

Scope Of Position/Essential Functions

Thrift Store Manager provides supervision, oversight, and management of store operations to generate revenues that support agency administration and programs. The manager will manage staff, volunteers as well as oversee sales, donation of merchandise, promotion of the store in the community, and internal fiscal controls with efficiency, effectiveness, and courtesy. This position will ensure financial success and employee satisfaction through the attainment of measurable objectives which must be accomplished in order to meet the demands of the job.

Responsibilities of a manager include: management of warehouse/distribution functions and personnel; store set-up; remodel, and closures; and retail operations. The overall goal is to financially support TSA programs by producing the highest possible revenue and margin while controlling operating costs. The Manager must ensure warehouse operations and donation collections run efficiently within budget and that quality product quickly reaches the sales floor. Key success factors for the Manager include: meet or exceed revenue budget targets; reduce expenses due to improved processes; identify and establish new business/donation opportunities; and develop personnel succession plans to support evolving business needs.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; responsible, well organized, honest, and dependable
• Adaptable to working with individuals of diverse backgrounds and circumstances
• Ability to maintain a professional, courteous, cooperative, welcoming manner with all individuals he/she with and demonstrate respect and a positive attitude toward them at all times.
• Proficiency in operating point of sale systems; working knowledge of budgets, projections, and fiscally responsible procedures
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of general office equipment and Windows operating system
• Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule including Saturdays
• Current Drivers license with acceptable driving history
  
  

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain a cooperative, friendly and helpful attitude with employees, volunteers, customers and donors
• Create a positive and constructive environment throughout the Family Store by working closely with co-workers and volunteers
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all employees, volunteers, customers, and donors through clear communication and application of policies and procedures
• Complete and submit all required and assigned paperwork in a timely and accurate manner
• Oversee and manage staff, including scheduling, hiring, supervising, coaching, performance evaluation, professional development, disciplining, and terminating as necessary
• Ensure proper store and donation coverage through scheduling employee break and meal periods; review and approve employee time cards
• Conduct staff training and hold staff meetings as needed
• In conjunction with Warehouse Manager, develop, implement, and maintain efficient production system and practices to process donations, including sorting lines, bric-a-brac, etc.
• Ensure appropriate sales practices are done according to current fiscal standards; this includes ringing in sales, register corrections and over-rings, credit card transactions, denials or rejected credit cards
• Safeguard cash at all times; verify daily deposits, sales reports, and bank receipts
• Assure the safety of employees, volunteers, customers, donors, property, and buildings; report all accidents, injuries, and safety hazards to appropriate individuals
• Oversee facility maintenance: report maintenance/repair needs to supervisor, and ensure facility cleanliness both inside and out
• Oversee and maintain all equipment, including the video security system
• Maintain needed store supplies through approved vendors
• Maintain and increase knowledge of resale, thrift, consignment, and retail trends
• Oversee sales floor product merchandising to enhance store appearance and create an inviting shopping environment
• Contribute to the development of revenue projections that meet and/or exceed financial goals
• Resolve any/all complaints from the community concerning operational matters, i.e. pick up services, customer service, employee conduct, etc.
• Visit competition thrift/consignment stores periodically (at least quarterly) to compare product, pricing, merchandising, etc., and make recommendations to the supervisor to improve competitiveness and sales
• Handle special projects as assigned
  
  

Software-related Skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook email. Ability to use new software programs with basic training.

Work Environment

• Work is performed primarily in a heated and ventilated store setting. The noise level is low. Brief exposure to hot, cold and inclement weather when managing the receipt of donations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  
  

Mathematical Skills

• Must be able to perform simple calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) and apply concepts such as ratios and percentages in practical situations.
  
  

Protect The Mission (ptm)

• Must complete require online PTM Training and pass the background checks required by The Salvation Army for employment.
  
  

Driver Requirement

• Must be a licensed driver with acceptable driving history. Must also complete and pass The Salvation Army Driver Safety Course.
  
  

Benefits

A generous benefits package is included with full-time positions: paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurance.

Health Insurance: Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered.

Life and Voluntary Options. An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available.

Retirement Plans: Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus, an employee-funded voluntary 403(b) option.

Parental Leave: The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events.

Sick Leave: 12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after three months' service time.

Paid Vacation

• Two weeks annually, accruing from day one, for non-exempt positions.
• Four weeks annually, accruing from day one, for exempt positions.
• Accrued vacation is eligible for use after six months' service time.
  
  

Paid Holidays: 13 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday per year

"The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required. The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds."

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/People with Disabilities.

Qualifications

Experience

3 years: Supervisory position in a retail or thrift store (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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