Retail Associate: Purpose-Driven Leader with Growth

Southern-Oregon-Goodwill-Industries; Ashland (OR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Ins.

Retirement plan with employer match

Vacation, sick time & holidays

50% employee discount

Tuition assistance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Southern Oregon Goodwill is seeking a Retail Associate to lead daily store operations, drive sales, and support our mission by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. You will help us turn donations into jobs and participate in sustainable practices while serving customers with a positive, service‑oriented approach.

The role emphasizes cash handling, pricing, inventory, quality control, and teamwork on a fast-paced team; a strong work ethic and good communication are

Qualifications

• Experience that would lend itself to good customer service is highly desirable.
• Previous experience in a retail or comparable environment is preferred.
• Speak and understand the English language sufficient to read materials, communicate with customers and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Operates electronic cash register, handles cash, charge, and check/voucher transactions.
• Prepares cash drawers and related paperwork as assigned.
• Receives, prepares, sorts, prices, and rotates stock for retail floor and conducts quality control.
• Operates department equipment and machinery, prepares goods for sale, procession, or storage.
• Performs inventories, tallies, or other forms of tracking as required for the retail environment.
• Assists GoodWorks staff with implementation of work plans and guidelines as established for client programs, as assigned by store manager.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Sales

Team leadership

English proficiency

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Southern Oregon Goodwill is seeking a Retail Associate to lead daily store operations, drive sales, and support our mission by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. You will help us turn donations into jobs and participate in sustainable practices while serving customers with a positive, service‑oriented approach.

The role emphasizes cash handling, pricing, inventory, quality control, and teamwork on a fast-paced team; a strong work ethic and good communication are