Retail Associate - 527728

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina, Inc.; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team in Spartanburg. This role focuses on extending exceptional customer service to shoppers and donors while promoting a positive community image. Responsibilities include greeting customers, managing inventory, and ensuring a clean and welcoming environment. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a commitment to safety and security practices. Join a diverse team that values independence through education and training, and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Functional reading, writing, and mathematical skills required.
• Ability to handle merchandise and perform general housekeeping duties.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers and donors upon entering the store.
• Receive, stock, tag, and inventory merchandise efficiently.
• Perform general housekeeping and custodial duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer Service

Inventory Management

Basic Math Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Functional Reading

Writing Skills

Mathematical Skills

Job description

Friday, May 9, 2025

Goodwill Industries helps people become independent through education and training leading to employment.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

To effectively extend customer service to shoppers and donors.

To encourage and promote a mutual associate/customer relationship which enhances the profitability of Goodwill Industries.

To establish positive relationships with clients and associates to successfully implement Goodwill’s mission services.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To greet and assist customers and donors upon entering the store.
2. To bag merchandise, promptly answer the phone with the correct Goodwill greeting, and accurately handle store returns.
3. To receive, stock, tag, count, and inventory merchandise.
4. To assist in loading and unloading trucks from the distribution center.
5. To stock, merchandise, colorize, and size textiles.
6. To stock, merchandise electronics, furniture, housewares, exercise equipment, mechanical devices, and other hard goods, ensuring items are safe and not on the Consumer Product Safety Recall list.
7. To perform general housekeeping, custodial, and janitorial duties as scheduled and assigned.
8. To perform all other duties as assigned.

Education: Functional reading, writing, and mathematical skills.

Physical Requirements: Daily activities may include climbing, balancing, reaching, talking, hearing, seeing, standing, stooping, kneeling, handling, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling. May be exposed to dust and odors. Limited outdoor work may be required.

Safety & Security: Responsible for following all safety, security, and money handling procedures as directed by Goodwill policy. Maintain a safe, secure, and ethical work environment by avoiding unsafe practices, unethical situations, dishonest behaviors, and actions damaging to the organization’s reputation.

Work Hours: As assigned by store location, including nights and weekends.

Work Attire: Present a neat, fashionable, and clean appearance reflecting Goodwill’s positive image in the community.

Goodwill is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Veterans, Disabled individuals, and all qualified candidates.

Address: 2316 Chesnee Hwy, Spartanburg, SC 29303, USA