Retail Sales Associate – Part-Time, Mission-Driven, Discount

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory in Kentwood, MI is seeking a friendly Retail Sales Associate to provide excellent customer service, operate the register, and help keep the thrift store organized and welcoming for customers and donors.

This part-time role offers 25 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Training is provided, with ongoing coaching and a chance to develop retail and customer service skills in a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide friendly customer service.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Basic communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift.
• Ability to bend, reach, and lift or move merchandise throughout the day.
• High school diploma or currently pursuing.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide friendly, helpful service
• Operate the register and process sales transactions accurately
• Help open, close, and balance the register as assigned
• Restock merchandise and keep displays neat and easy to shop
• Help sort, prepare, and move merchandise to the sales floor
• Keep the store clean, safe, and organized
• Work with team members to support daily sales and production goals

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Punctuality

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS system

Job description

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory in Kentwood, MI is seeking a friendly Retail Sales Associate to provide excellent customer service, operate the register, and help keep the thrift store organized and welcoming for customers and donors.

This part-time role offers 25 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Training is provided, with ongoing coaching and a chance to develop retail and customer service skills in a mission-driven environment.