Part-Time Retail Sales Associate

Kroc Center; Auburn Hills, Northern (MI, KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a friendly Retail Sales Associate for part-time work. You will greet customers, operate the register, restock merchandise, and keep displays neat while supporting daily sales and store operations.

Training is provided on register procedures, with ongoing coaching from store leadership to build retail and customer service skills. A team-oriented environment and flexible schedule are offered.

Qualifications

• Customer service-oriented and friendly demeanor.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift merchandise.
• High school diploma or currently pursuing.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide friendly, helpful service.
• Operate the register and process sales transactions accurately.
• Help open, close, and balance the register as assigned.
• Restock merchandise and keep displays neat and easy to shop.
• Help sort, prepare, and move merchandise to the sales floor.
• Keep the store clean, safe, and organized.
• Work with team members to support daily sales and production goals.

Skills

Customer service

Attendance punctuality

Communication

Math skills

Computer skills

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Point of sale system

Job description

Location: Auburn Hills MI Pay: $13.73 - $ 15.73 per hour Job Type: Part-time Schedule: 25 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled

About the Role

At The Salvation Army Thrift Store, your work helps turn donations into funding for programs that support people in our community. We are looking for a friendly, dependable Retail Sales Associate to provide great customer service, keep the store organized, and help create a welcoming shopping experience for customers and donors.

What You’ll Do

• Greet customers and provide friendly, helpful service
• Operate the register and process sales transactions accurately
• Help open, close, and balance the register as assigned
• Restock merchandise and keep displays neat and easy to shop
• Help sort, prepare, and move merchandise to the sales floor
• Keep the store clean, safe, and organized
• Work with team members to support daily sales and production goals

Training Provided

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

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!

Additional Information

What You Need

Required

• Ability to provide friendly customer service
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Basic communication and teamwork skills
• Basic math and computer skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift
• Ability to bend, reach, and lift or move merchandise throughout the day
• High school diploma or currently pursuing

Preferred

• Previous retail, cashier, customer service, or thrift store experience
• Experience using a point of sale system

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are returning to work, U.S. Veterans, people with disabilities, people impacted by the justice system, and people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.