Thrift Store Sales Associate
Thrift Store Sales Associate
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$ 17 - 18
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Job Description
Who We Are
For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description:
KEY Accountabilities:
Interact with customers/donors in a positive friendly and courteous manner.
Protect the integrity of all donated items.
Responsible for accurate completion of all customer transactions including cash and debit sales.
Contribute to meeting store budgets by maintaining customer service standards.
Opening and closing of store following store procedures when required.
Process raw materials by loading/unloading sorting packing pricing and storing donations.
Possess knowledge of stock in order to respond to customer enquiries by phone/in person.
Pay particular attention to store security by monitoring activity within the store.
Handle the merchandise in a safe and organized manner; assist in stock rotation.
Contribute to the control of inventory by receiving sorting and pricing as per directions.
Assist with store layout plans to attract customers which include window displays and merchandise displays; ensures attractiveness of the store through Tidy Maintenance.
Replenish inventory levels based on supervisors directions.
Remove inventory from sales floor as directed.
Maintain the proper sorting and processing of all donated goods ensuring compliance with quality standards.
Maintain an attractive organized appearance of the store tidy up and restock shelves clean sweep dust and mop as necessary.
Abide by store policy and procedures.
Assist with inventory reconciliation (cycle counting).
Provide excellent service to guests and donors.
Act as a Team Lead/Working Supervisor for Store Associates only in the absence of the Store Manager.
May be required to show some operations and provide on-the-job-training to staff.
Maintains a safe and healthy work environment through compliance with Health & Safety regulations.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
Health & Safety:
The job incumbent may be exposed to the risk of moderate to severe injury or illnesses due to:
Physical attacks by others
Exposure to infectious diseases
Exposure to toxic chemicals (e.g. toxic spills)
Moving objects
Sharp objects (e.g. needle pricks)
Electrical hazards
Repetitive strain injuries (e.g. back wrist)
CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Governance Boards and Councils:
Internal: Administration Thrift Store management and staff.
External: Donors clients contractors.
MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITY:
- Reports directly to Carol-Anne Phillips
- Direct reports: None
- May show others how to perform certain procedures.
FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:
Moderate material responsibility.
May occasionally handle petty cash
Working Conditions:
The incumbent will work under the following disagreeable conditions:
- Physical effort; stretching lifting up to 30lbs with no assistance bending twisting pushing
Exposure to fumes dust and temperature fluctuations.
Dealing with angry and/or verbally abusive people
Varied work with periods of repetitious tasks.
- Fitting rooms and washrooms (i.e. human waste)
The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Armys Mission Statement in a professional manner upholding our code of conduct.
education and experience Qualifications:
- Completion of some high school.
- Two years of experience in a store or warehouse environment.
Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered.
Skills and Capabilities:
- Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities
Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Armys health and safety policies and procedures
Proven interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Physically capable of lifting/carrying up to 30 lbs on a frequent basis with no assistance from others
- Attention to details and adherence to established deadlines
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $17.85 to $18.76 with a maximum of $22.51.Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
