Lead Sales Associate, (PT) - Decatur, IN

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Decatur (IN); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Employee assistance program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Indiana is seeking a dedicated Lead Store Sales Associate to support our store management team. This role focuses on maintaining efficient store operations and delivering excellent customer service in daily retail activities.

You will help with opening/closing procedures, processing deposits, inventory turnover, and merchandising. The position is part-time (25 hours), evenings/weekends included, with opportunities for training and growth within a mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Sales & Operations: Support management with product sales and acquisition
• Sales & Operations: Implement store opening and closing procedures
• Sales & Operations: Handle banking and daily deposits
• Sales & Operations: Execute strategies to meet product acquisition, production and sales goals
• Sales & Operations: Manage product rotation process and inventory turnover
• Customer Experience & Store Maintenance: Create an enjoyable shopping experience with positive customer service skills
• Customer Experience & Store Maintenance: Handle customer complaints as needed
• Customer Experience & Store Maintenance: Support store maintenance and appearance
• Customer Experience & Store Maintenance: Maintain displays and floor layout plans
• Customer Experience & Store Maintenance: Identify ways to improve store appeal
• Leadership & Communication: Provide direction to staff in absence of management
• Leadership & Communication: Communicate effectively with store management regarding operations
• Leadership & Communication: Support implementation of policies and procedures
• Leadership & Communication: Document and report concerns in behavior or attitude
• Leadership & Communication: Assist others with basic register problem solving

Job description

Lead Sales Associate - The Salvation Army

About Us

The Salvation Army is an international movement and part of the universal Christian church. Our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and 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

Pay Rate: $14.50 per hour

Status

(Part time, 25 hours) including evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

Job Overview

We're seeking a dedicated Lead Store Sales Associate to support our store management team. This role is vital in maintaining efficient store operations, providing excellent customer service, and supporting our mission through daily retail operations.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Operations

• 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

Customer Experience & Store Maintenance

• 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

Leadership & Communication

• Provide direction to staff in absence of management
• Communicate effectively with store management regarding operations
• Support implementation of policies and procedures
• Document and report concerns in behavior or attitude
• Assist others with basic register problem solving

What We Offer

• Opportunity to make a positive impact in your community
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Supportive and mission-driven work environment
  
• Comprehensive benefits package

Training Provided

• Paid training on register and store procedures
• Ongoing coaching and support from store leadership
• Opportunity to build retail and customer service skills
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Why Join Us

• Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community
• On-the-job training
• Team-oriented environment
• Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more!