Retail Assistant Store Manager - Tempe

Salvation Army Tucson; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated Retail Team at a prominent organization committed to making a difference in the community. As an Assistant Store Manager, you will play a vital role in the daily operations of the Tempe Thrift Store, ensuring a positive shopping experience while supporting the Adult Rehabilitation Program. This position offers the chance to develop leadership skills, enhance customer service, and contribute to a meaningful cause. With opportunities for career growth and a supportive work environment, this role is perfect for those looking to make an impact while advancing their career in retail management.

Benefits

Opportunity for career growth

Paid time off

Monthly Management Incentive Bonus

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Wellness Program Incentives

Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Store Discounts

Great Work Perks Discounts

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail management/supervisory experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager with daily operations and employee training.
• Ensure customer needs are met and maintain store standards.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

POS/Cash Register

Job description

Job Category: Thrift Stores - all positions

Requisition Number: RETAI019421

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• Posted: February 12, 2025
• Full-Time

Locations

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PH Tempe Store 9
2324 N Scottsdale
Tempe, AZ 85281, USA

The Salvation Army (TSA) Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is a no-fee program to assist men & women in their journey to complete our rehabilitation program. We are grateful for the contributions our valued employees make toward the maintenance and effectiveness of the programs.

ABOUT OUR RETAIL TEAM

Become part of the dedicated Retail Team at The Salvation Army! Together we can continue to serve and impact our local community, through the commitment to “Do The Most Good” at our Tempe Thrift Store, which supports the Adult Rehabilitation Program. This is an opportunity to promote a positive shopping/donor experience, enhance customer service, problem-solving and teamwork skills, while contributing to the success of our Program and its participants.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS OFFERED

• Opportunity for career growth
• Paid time off
• Monthly Management Incentive Bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Wellness Program Incentives
• Retirement Plan
• Optional benefits, including Pre-paid Legal Service, AFLAC, Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Store Discounts
• Great Work Perks Discounts (Amusement Parks, Museums, Services and more!)

As our enthusiastic and hardworking ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER, you will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Taking an active role and partners with the Store Manager in the day-to-day operation of the store.
• All day-to-day store operations in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Providing coaching, training, and development to the Store Employees.
• Ensuring Customer/Donor needs are met by maintaining good Customer/Donor/Community relations; complaints are resolved; and service is quick and efficient.
• Communicating any personnel issues with Management, in absence of Store Manager. May issue disciplinary warnings, conference reports, employee evaluations and goals as needed in coordination with the HR Generalist/Coordinator and District Sales Manager.
• Ensuring store is maintained at ARC Merchandising Standards, adequate inventory levels on hand.
• BRP (Back Room Processing) – In absence of Store Manager, ensure that the Material Handlers are working effectively and efficiently to meet daily processing goals.
• Adequate amount of change at the beginning of each day, always safeguarding cash in registers and safe and banking of cash receipts as per ARCC policy.
• Assisting the Store Manager on ensuring that safety measures are established and maintained consistent with ARC policy and governmental regulations.
• Implementing appropriate loss prevention measures.
• Other written or verbal duties as may be assigned by Management, Retail Directors and Command Administration.

Qualifications to be considered for this position:

• High School diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ previous Retail Management/Supervisory experience.
• Must be able to accurately handle POS/Cash Register operations and cash transactions.
• Must hold a valid Driver’s license, be able to show proof of insurance.
• Must pass background check, which will include Criminal History and Sex Offender Registry.
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, fellow store employees, customers, and donors.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
• Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, clothing carts, merchandise carts, rolling clothing racks, fixtures, furniture dollies, platform trucks and carts, hand trucks and miscellaneous carts.
• Ability to move product up to 50lbs.
• Ability to perform various repetitive motion tasks.
• Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Schedule:

Our stores operate 7 days per week. Work schedules are determined by Management and employee must be flexible to always ensure adequate store coverage. Full-time associates may be scheduled to work any full-time shift including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities