Retail Sales Associate

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick time and holidays prorated

Optional voluntary life insurance

403(b) retirement savings plan

Employee Discount

Employer funded pension plan for elig

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Noblesville, IN is seeking a Store Sales Associate II to provide friendly customer service, operate the POS system, and help maintain an organized, inviting shopping environment. You will assist in processing merchandise and contribute to daily goals while supporting our mission of Doing the Most Good.

This part-time role requires reliable teamwork, strong English communication, basic computer skills, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or currently pursuing.
• Strong English communication skills for customer and team interactions.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new systems.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, holidays, and weekends.
• Professional appearance and adherence to dress code.
• Reliable and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by greeting customers and offering assistance.
• Process sales transactions accurately using our POS 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.
• Cross-trained in other Departments such as Bank Running, Pricing, and other duties.

Skills

Strong English communication skills

Basic computer skills

Reliable and team-oriented mindset

Education

High School Diploma or currently pursuing

Tools

POS system

Job description

Store Sales Associate II - The Salvation Army Thrift Store

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.

Location: Noblesville, IN

Pay: $13.50 per hour

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule: 24 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled

Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, prorated by scheduled hours
• Optional voluntary life insurance
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Access to additional voluntary benefit options
• Employer funded pension plan for eligible employees
• Employee Discount

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
• Must also have one or more these three duties:
• Bank Running
• Pricing
• Cross trained in other Departments

What You'll Need to Succeed

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or currently pursuing
• Strong English communication skills for customer and team interactions
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new systems
• Ability to work a flexible schedule. Including evenings/night, holidays, & weekends.
• Professional appearance and adherence to dress code
• Reliable and team-oriented mindset

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Capability to move throughout the store
• Physical ability to handle merchandise and maintain store appearance

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.