Retail Store Associate

Savers; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

As a leading thrift operator, Savers is seeking Retail Store Associates to enhance customer experiences in its stores. The role offers opportunities for career growth, team collaboration, and a positive impact on the community, along with comprehensive benefits and training programs.

Benefits

Comprehensive coverage (medical/dental/vision)

Paid Time Off

Discounts on store merchandise

Flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401k retirement plan

Life insurance

Performance Merit Increases

Qualifications

• Ability to create a positive customer experience.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive experience for customers, donors, and team members.
• Participate in onboarding and training processes.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Job description

Pay Range: Our starting pay ranges from $16.00 to $16.87 depending on job duty/position.

$16.00: Sales Clerk, Designated Sales Clerk, Custodian, Tagger/Roller Hard, Tagger/Roller Soft

$16.22: Clothing Sorter/Hanger, Hardware Sorter

$16.87: Clothing Grader, Hardware Pricer, Material Handler

Geographic & job eligibility rules may apply.

Comprehensive coverage (medical/dental/vision) at a reasonable cost.

Specialized health programs – Improve wellness (quit smoking, counseling, diabetes management, chronic joint pain).

Paid Time Off:

• Sick Pay
• Vacation Pay - Approximately 1-2 weeks
• 6 paid holidays plus 1 to 2 additional floating holidays

Up to 50% off store merchandise.

Flexible spending accounts: Use pre-tax dollars for eligible health and day care expenses.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): A suite of free tools and resources to manage life’s challenges and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Retirement Plan: A 401k plan with generous company matching contributions to help you save for a secure financial future.

Life insurance: Company-provided peace of mind and the option to purchase a supplemental plan.

Additional Benefits: Performance Merit Increases.

Who we are: As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the US, Canada, and Australia, our mission is to champion reuse and inspire a future where secondhand is second nature. We supply stores with gently-used, donated items, redirecting billions of pounds of used items from landfills and supporting community programs. We are “Thrift Proud,” with over 300 stores and 22,000 team members. Learn more at savers.com.

Our brands include Savers, 2nd Ave, Value Village, Unique, Village des Valeurs, and Savers Australia.

Summary & Positions:

At Savers / Value Village, our Retail Store Associates create an awesome experience for Customers, Donors, and Team Members. We are hiring both Full Time and Part Time Retail Store Associates.

What you can expect:

• The opportunity to celebrate uniqueness, as our team is made up of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• To work in a purpose-driven company with a positive impact on the planet and communities.
• An investment in your career growth, with aggressive store expansion plans and development opportunities.

What you get: Comprehensive onboarding and training from day one. Our training department/Savers University develops and delivers robust internal training, partnering with renowned providers to supplement our offerings.