Retail Store Associate

Savers; Woodbury (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Savers is seeking Retail Store Associates to enhance the shopping experience for customers and donors. With positions available for both full and part-time associates, candidates will benefit from comprehensive training and development opportunities, working in a team that values diversity and community support.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits (medical/dental/vision)

Paid time off and sick pay

Up to 50% off store merchandise

401k retirement plan with company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible spending accounts for health and daycare

Qualifications

• Ability to create exceptional customer experiences.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Create an exceptional experience for Customers and Donors.
• Support team operations and engage with the community.
• Participate in comprehensive onboarding and training.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Collaboration

Sales Skills

Job description

Pay Range: Our starting pay ranges from $14.00 to $14.76 depending on job duty/position.

$14.00: Sales Clerk, Designated Sales Clerk, Custodian, Tagger/Roller Hard, Tagger/Roller Soft

$14.21: Clothing Sorter/Hanger, Hardware Sorter

$14.76: Clothing Grader, Hardware Pricer, Material Handler

Geographic & job eligibility rules may apply.

Benefits include comprehensive coverage (medical/dental/vision) at a reasonable cost, specialized health programs (quit smoking, counseling, diabetes management, chronic joint pain), paid time off, sick pay, vacation pay (approximately 1-2 weeks), 6 paid holidays plus 1-2 floating holidays, up to 50% off store merchandise, flexible spending accounts for eligible health and daycare expenses, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), a retirement plan with a 401k and company match, life insurance with options for supplemental plans, performance merit increases, and additional benefits.

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 our stores with gently-used, one-of-a-kind items donated by the community to local nonprofits. We purchase these items directly from our nonprofit partners, redirecting billions of pounds of used items from landfills to store shelves, providing funding for community programs. We are "Thrift Proud," supported by millions of loyal customers, over 300 stores, and more than 22,000 team members. Learn more at savers.com.

Our brands include Savers (US), 2nd Ave (US), Value Village (US & Canada), Unique (US), Village des Valeurs (Quebec), and Savers Australia.

Summary & Positions:

At Savers / Value Village, our Retail Store Associates create an exceptional 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, experiences, and perspectives.
• To work in a purpose-driven company with an impactful business model benefiting the planet and local communities.
• Career development opportunities, supported by our aggressive store expansion plans.

What you get:

Comprehensive onboarding and training from day one through Savers University, which develops and delivers most of our training internally, supplemented by renowned external providers.