Processing Intake Specialist - PT

GraceWorks Ministries Inc; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

GraceWorks Ministries Inc. in Franklin, TN is seeking a part-time Processing Intake Specialist to receive and sort in-kind donations through the donation entryway, greet donors, and ensure orderly processing.

The role supports thrift store merchandising, maintains organized donation areas, and assists with replenishment and donor relations. The schedule spans 8am-6pm Monday-Saturday with on-site work.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.
• Retail experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lift, sort and price inventory.
• Receives donations, placing them into appropriate bins for tagging.
• Maintain brand awareness and fashion sensibilities in selection of merchandise to be placed into appropriate bins.
• Help with seasonal and departmental inventory for integration into the ongoing processing chain.
• Assist with training intake volunteers.
• Greets donors and delivery personnel.
• Offer receipts to all donors as they drop off donations.
• Be able to tell the GraceWorks story to anyone who asks.
• Assist in keeping warehouse processing area maintained and organized.
• Able to react to change proactively, and handle all other duties and essential tasks as assigned with a positive attitude.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teaching ability

Donor service

Organizational skills

Brand awareness

Diversity communication

Problem solving

MS Office

Judgment

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: 104 SOUTHEAST PARKWAY SUITE 100 - FRANKLIN, TN 37064Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $16.00 - $16.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: DayThis is an in-person position located at 104 Southeast Parkway, Franklin, TN 37064. This position is not eligible for work from home unless otherwise noted or for emergency closures. The standard hours for this position will fall between Monday-Saturday 8am-6pm. Closing shifts may be later as needed.

The Processing Intake Specialist supports the GraceWorks Ministries’ goals, values and philosophy by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, quality service, commitment and accountability. Communication skills, teamwork, job knowledge and leadership are essential for each member of the GraceWorks team.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Processing Intake Specialist is responsible for receiving and sorting in-kind donations through our donation entryway at Graceworks Franklin. They are also responsible for greeting in-kind donors and delivery personnel, making sure all visitors of our processing entryway are sufficiently directed. Maintains high standard for items selected and ultimately sold in our Thrift Stores. Maintains organization of the donation space to ensure neatness and functionality of the area. Assists with replenishment of retail floor with appropriately sorted merchandise.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

1. Lift, sort and price inventory.
2. Receives donations, placing them into appropriate bins for tagging.
3. Maintain brand awareness and fashion sensibilities in selection of merchandise to be placed into appropriate bins.
4. Help with seasonal and departmental inventory for integration into the ongoing processing chain.
5. Assist with training intake volunteers.
6. Greets donors and delivery personnel.
7. Offer receipts to all donors as they drop off donations.
8. Be able to tell the GraceWorks story to anyone who asks.
9. Assist in keeping warehouse processing area maintained and organized.
10. Able to react to change proactively, and handle all other duties and essential tasks as assigned with a positive attitude.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

N/A

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Valid Driver’s License & Good Driving Record required in case there is a need to pick up donations; Retail experience preferred

OTHER SKILLS

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Must be able to articulate and teach the processing system
• Donor & Customer Service sensitivity
• Highly developed organizational, planning and communication skills
• Brand awareness and fashion sensibility is mandatory
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of individuals
• Problem-solving skills
• Physically able to lift at least 50lbs. or more
• Good judgment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work effectively with others

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Position is in a retail / warehouse setting that involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions. May encounter hot working conditions, based on the season.

1. Must be able to lift up at least 50 pounds.
2. Must be able to stand for up to entire shift.