Lead Store Sales Associate – Community Impact

KrocQuincy; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance (Basic & Voluntary)

Pension & 403(b)

12 Sick Days

10 Vacation Days

8 Paid Holidays

Employee Discount

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Des Moines is seeking a Lead Store Sales Associate to support store management, drive retail operations, and deliver excellent customer service. The role emphasizes loss prevention, banking, and daily deposits, with growth opportunities within a mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities include opening/closing procedures, product acquisition strategies, inventory turnover, and ensuring a positive shopping experience for customers while maintaining displays

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.
• Create an enjoyable shopping experience with positive customer service skills.
• Handle customer complaints as needed.
• Maintain displays and floor layout plans.
• Identify ways to improve store appeal.

Skills

English communication

POS system

Cash handling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Payroll program

Job description

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Des Moines is seeking a Lead Store Sales Associate to support store management, drive retail operations, and deliver excellent customer service. The role emphasizes loss prevention, banking, and daily deposits, with growth opportunities within a mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities include opening/closing procedures, product acquisition strategies, inventory turnover, and ensuring a positive shopping experience for customers while maintaining displays