Retail Store Manager in Training

Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

HRA

Dental plans

Vision plan

401K

Life Insurance

EAP

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona is seeking a Retail Store Leader to drive daily operations across multiple teams, including the Assistant Store Manager, Production Team, and Donation Attendants. You will lead staffing, budgeting, donations, and customer service in support of the organization’s mission.

This role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and a proven track record in retail management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two years' work experience in Retail Management, preferably thrift.
• One-year customer service experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid drivers' license and clean MVR.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen, where applicable for position.
• Ability to speak and read English proficiently.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes retail operations plans to meet income, revenue, and production goals.
• Coordinates with Retail District Manager on strategic plans to drive donations.
• Monitors product levels daily to meet sales targets and budgets.
• Manages payroll and operating costs to budget.
• Ensures excellent customer service to donors and customers.
• Maintains clean, well-kept stores reflecting the Goodwill brand.
• Partners with community businesses to promote Goodwill mission.
• Trains and develops Team Members and ensures accountability.

Skills

Retail management experience

Customer service experience

English proficiency

Background check clearance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Description

This position is eligible for a monthly bonus, based on performance goals once training is completed

Drives retail business operations at a Retail Store location for Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona (GCNA) and its affiliated entities, to help fund the Goodwill mission of ending unemployment. Responsible for entire store production, directly leading Assistant Store Manager(s), Production Team, and Donation Attendants. Key responsibilities include people leadership, store operations, financial management, inventory control, donation processing, customer service, and training and development of Team Members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops and executes retail operations plan to achieve daily, monthly, quarterly, and yearly goals for operating income, revenue, and production.
• Coordinates with Retail District Manager to develop and implement strategic plans to help drive donations.
• Monitors product levels (floor work, as-is, recycle, trash, seasonal back stock) daily to achieve bottom line sales budget against targets.
• Ensures payroll costs and operating costs are managed to budget.
• Ensures Team Members deliver excellent customer service to donors and customers.
• Ensures store locations are clean, well-kept, and reflect the Goodwill brand appropriately.
• Partners with community businesses and organizations to promote Goodwill mission.
• Maintains regular and consistent in-person attendance.
• Serves as a Goodwill ambassador to the community.
• Transfers to different stores at any given moment due to business needs.
• Covers shifts at different stores at any moment due to business needs.
• Ensures that all Team Members are well-trained and fulfill their duties and responsibilities.
• Ensures that Donation Attendants demonstrate excellent customer service in receiving donations and that those donations are sorted and prepared for processing.
• Ensures that Production Team processes, prices, and displays product per company standards and to achieve store goals.
• Under direction of the Retail District Manager, partners with other store locations to allocate donations, Team Members, and leadership to maximize area performance.
• Ensures that Team Members are operating per company standards and procedures.
• Must have reliable transportation in order to perform daily tasks such as dropping off the bank deposit, helping at other stores, and attending personal training and development classes.
• Transfers to different stores at any time due to business needs.
• Partners with support areas (Asset Protection, Human Resources, Safety, Finance, etc.) to further business goals and ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Builds a high-performing team.
• Responsible for performance management (coaching, discipline, performance improvement plans, and annual reviews), staffing, compensation, and development of Team Members.
• Ensures that the Assistant Store Manager effectively manages performance of Retail Store Associates.
• Plays critical role in driving company culture change efforts and change management processes.
• Models Goodwill Core Values - Trust, Collaboration, Engagement, Ownership, and Innovation.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills)

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Two years' work experience in Retail Management, preferably thrift
• One-year customer service experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid drivers' license and clean MVR
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen, where applicable for position
• Ability to speak and read English proficiently

You will be eligible for a comprehensive Total Rewards package, 1st of the month following 60 days of employment that includes the following:

• 5 Medical Plans
• Employer Funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• 3 Dental Plans
• Vision Plan
• 401K
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off; Sick and Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• These are just a few highlights of our key benefit offerings!

Become a valued member of an organization where good work meets community impact. Our mission is: Empowering Individuals, Strengthening Families, and Building Stronger Communities. Goodwill provides no-cost career development, training, and education services to help individuals build a better life for themselves and their families. Our core values are Trust, Collaboration, Engagement, Ownership, and Innovation. Everything we accomplish as a team is centered around these core values. Together, we create an inclusive and welcoming environment for each other. With stores conveniently located near you, you can work for a company where team strength and success are valued and encouraged. Join our team and gain opportunities for job growth at Goodwill and beyond.

Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race (including traits associated with race, e.g., hairstyles), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, military status, age, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and local fair employment practice laws.

Individuals with a disability may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or state or local laws. Please contact Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona at 1-833-624-0920 option 6 or [e-mail] if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

For questions about your application or employment with Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona, please contact our Candidate Support Line at 1-833-624-0920, option 5.