Part Time - Store Sales Associate (Cashier)

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization seeks a Store Sales Associate to join its mission-driven team. The role is essential in providing excellent customer service, maintaining store operations, and ensuring a positive shopping experience. Candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of educational background or prior experience as the organization values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Comprehensive training opportunities

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Friendly and enthusiastic attitude.
• Proficiency in using a Point of Sale system expected within 3 months.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and assist customers.
• Process sales transactions accurately using a POS system.
• Maintain store appearance through cleaning and organizing.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Collaboration

Sales Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Point of Sale system

Job description

About The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is an international movement and part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Our thrift stores play a vital role in funding our community services and providing affordable shopping options to our neighbors.

About the Role

Join our team in "Doing the Most Good" as a Store Sales Associate. We're seeking friendly and enthusiastic individuals who will help create a welcoming shopping experience for our diverse community of customers and donors. This role combines customer service, retail operations, and mission-driven work to support The Salvation Army's community programs. You'll be an essential part of our team, transforming donations into resources that directly support our mission of serving those in need in our community.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide exceptional customer service by greeting customers and offering assistance

* Process sales transactions accurately using our Point of Sale system including opening, closing, and balancing

* Maintain store appearance through cleaning, organizing, and restocking

* Help meet daily production goals by processing and displaying new merchandise

* Contribute to a positive shopping environment

Training and Development

* Comprehensive POS system training provided

* Expected POS system proficiency within 3 months

* Ongoing professional development opportunities

What Success Looks Like

* Accurate and efficient sales transactions

* Positive customer feedback

* Clean and organized store environment

* Meeting daily production and sales goals

* Strong team collaboration

* Reliable attendance and punctuality

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply