Lead Retail Sales Associate — Mission-Driven & Growth Ready

salvarmycareers; Auburn (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Employee assistance program

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store is seeking a Lead Store Sales Associate to support our store management team. This part-time role pays $14.50 per hour and requires 18 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

You will assist with product sales, store operations, banking, inventory control, and customer service, while helping maintain displays and floor plans. Training and growth opportunities are provided in a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Retail experience required.

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.
• Create an enjoyable shopping experience with positive customer service skills.
• Handle customer complaints as needed.
• Support store maintenance and appearance.
• Maintain displays and floor layout plans.
• Identify ways to improve store appeal.
• Provide direction to staff in absence of management.
• Communicate effectively with store management regarding operations.
• Support implementation of policies and procedures.

Skills

English communication

POS system

Payroll software

Cash handling

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Retail experience

Job description

The Salvation Army Thrift Store is seeking a Lead Store Sales Associate to support our store management team. This part-time role pays $14.50 per hour and requires 18 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

You will assist with product sales, store operations, banking, inventory control, and customer service, while helping maintain displays and floor plans. Training and growth opportunities are provided in a mission-driven environment.