Part-Time Lead Store Sales Associate

The Salvation Army Mission:
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its
message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the
gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Job Objective:
Supports Management with product sales and acquisition; store maintenance and appearance; customer
development and retention; and banking and record keeping procedures.

Essential Functions:
This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions
and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable
accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
1. Proficiently use cash registers and assist others in basic register problem solving.
2. Implement store opening and closing procedures as assigned.
3. Support management with banking and reporting procedures.
a. Apply cash handling procedures for opening and closing of registers.
b. Make bank runs and daily deposits as needed.
c. Report on store product acquisition, production and sales as requested.
4. Implement assigned strategies to meet product acquisition, production and sales goals.
a. Know the product acquisition, production and sales goals for the day.
b. Know the product rotation process and is diligent in turning product over.
c. Communicate with central warehouse to place orders for next day’s processing when assigned.
5. Support management with store maintenance and appearance.
a. Follow procedures for maintenance and safety concerns.
b. Ensure displays and floor layout plans are being followed and updated.
c. Identify ways to improve the appearance and appeal of store.
6. Support management in creating an enjoyable shopping experience with positive customer service
skills.
a. Handles customer complaints as needed.
7. Communicate with the store management regarding all facets of the store operations, keeping them
updated and sharing all incidents and concerns when they are not in the store.
8. Supports management in creating a positive understanding of policies and procedures.
a. Direct employee concerns to management.
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9. Safeguards company assets within area of responsibility.
a. Executes inventory control protocols to minimize loss through theft.
b. Optimizes use of property, utilities, and product resources to reduce waste.
10. Must be available for a flexible schedule.
a. Able to work early shifts, late shifts, and Saturdays as needed.
b. Able to work some holidays.
c. Able to transfer to other stores if the need arises.
11. Other duties as assigned.

 

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or
abilities required for this position.

Education & Experience: High School Graduate or Equivalent. Has Retail experience. Has
experience following and giving direction.

Certifications: Valid Driver’s License. Able to drive on behalf of The Salvation Army per Salvation
Army Policy.

Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective
communication with customers, management and co workers.
- Basic computer skills including but not limited to the use of the Point of Sales System; the
payroll program and all other programs or systems that are adopted by the TSA ARC.
- Ability to give change accurately.

Supervisory Responsibility:
Give direction to staff as assigned or in the absence of a manager or assistant manager.
Document and report to management any employee concerns.

Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee
to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable
individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands,
handle, or feel; and hear or talk. The employee is frequently required to