Lead Thrift Store Sales Associate - Impact & Growth

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick time

Holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Life insurance options

Pension plan

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Cedar Falls, IA is seeking a dedicated Lead Store Sales Associate to support our store management team and ensure efficient operations while delivering excellent customer service to fund local programs.

This full-time role offers 40 hours per week, $15.00 per hour, and a comprehensive benefits package including paid vacation, sick time, holidays, 403(b), life insurance options, and pension eligibility. Training provided with growth opportunities.

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
• Document and report concerns in behavior or attitude
• Assist others with basic register problem solving

Job description

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Cedar Falls, IA is seeking a dedicated Lead Store Sales Associate to support our store management team and ensure efficient operations while delivering excellent customer service to fund local programs.

This full-time role offers 40 hours per week, $15.00 per hour, and a comprehensive benefits package including paid vacation, sick time, holidays, 403(b), life insurance options, and pension eligibility. Training provided with growth opportunities.