Thrift Store Sales Associate I — Meaningful Retail & Growth

Mykroc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & Hearing

Prescription Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employer-Paid Basic Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Supplemental Aflac Plans

MetLife Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Retirement Savings Plan (403b)

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store Store Sales Associate I is a frontline position focused on delivering friendly customer service, processing donations, and maintaining an organized, mission-driven shop.

You will greet customers, assist with transactions, operate the POS system, balance cash drawers, and work with a team to hit sales goals while supporting local rehabilitation programs.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide friendly customer service
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• 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

• Provide excellent customer service and represent The Salvation Army’s mission and values
• Greet donors and shoppers warmly and assist with transactions at the register
• Operate the POS system and handle all cash transactions accurately
• Open, close, and balance cash drawers per TSA cash handling policies
• Maintain a clean and organized store by restocking, straightening racks, and cleaning work areas
• Ensure merchandise is displayed properly and replenished regularly
• Follow all policies regarding the sale of donated goods
• Work collaboratively with team members and store management
• Support store productivity benchmarks and contribute to sales goals
• Be available for flexible scheduling, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and some holidays

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or currently pursuing

Tools

POS system

Job description

The Salvation Army Thrift Store Store Sales Associate I is a frontline position focused on delivering friendly customer service, processing donations, and maintaining an organized, mission-driven shop.

You will greet customers, assist with transactions, operate the POS system, balance cash drawers, and work with a team to hit sales goals while supporting local rehabilitation programs.