Lead Retail Associate - Community-Driven Store Leader

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance

Pension & 403(b)

12 Sick Days

10 Vacation Days

8 Paid Holidays

Employee Discount

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Lead Store Sales Associate to assist the store management team and ensure smooth daily retail operations. You will contribute to delivering excellent customer service and supporting the organization’s mission through donations and sales.

Responsibilities include opening/closing procedures, banking, stock rotation, and maintaining displays while coaching staff. A high school diploma and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Ability to speak, write and understand English for effective communication.
• Basic computer skills including Point of Sales System and payroll program.
• Proficient cash handling and accurate change-giving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support management with product sales and acquisition.
• Implement store opening and closing procedures.
• Handle banking and daily deposits.
• Execute strategies to meet product acquisition, production and sales goals.
• Manage product rotation process and inventory turnover.

Skills

Cash handling

POS system

Payroll software

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Payroll software

Job description

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Lead Store Sales Associate to assist the store management team and ensure smooth daily retail operations. You will contribute to delivering excellent customer service and supporting the organization’s mission through donations and sales.

Responsibilities include opening/closing procedures, banking, stock rotation, and maintaining displays while coaching staff. A high school diploma and reliable transportation are required.