Oelwein Assistant Manager

Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of Sales Associates, Utility Workers, Team Leads, ADC Attendants, and Production Workers.
• Delegates assignments to staff under the direction of the Store/Operations Manager and keeps them informed of changes in policy and trends.
• Directs, coaches, and guides them in their work in order to help them attain individual growth and store goals.
• Demonstrates leadership by holding all team members accountable for established best practices and standard operating procedures.
• Provides comprehensive training of job duties, policies and procedures, ethical codes of conduct, corporate compliance, etc.
• Evaluates performance and takes corrective action when necessary.
• Helps Store/Operations Manager to oversee/monitor the quality and quantity of merchandise and that production output is adequate to meet sales goals.
• Ensures the highest level of customer service to reduce customer complaints and problems.
• Handles cash register processes, money handling, paperwork, and deposits.
• Provides tools, resources, and guidance to team to ensure store runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Maintains top-flight condition and appearance of retail store or warehouse focusing on housekeeping and safety at all times. Communicates needs for repair, fixtures, maintenance, etc. to Store/Operations Manager.
• Contributes to and supports Store/Operations Manager’s vision for execution of merchandising, store presentation, inventory, and customer service relations.
• Ensures that all store/operations documentation including daily/weekly sales, staff schedules, EAPS, production statistical data, etc. is completed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Affords assistance in reviewing applications for vacant positions, conducting interviews, and making hiring decisions.
• Positively represents store/operations and community to internal audiences. Positively represents store/operations and agency to external audiences.
• Works collaboratively with Store/Operations Manager and staff to maximize service opportunities and maintain a continuous improvement agenda.
• Reviews and analyzes sales, average transaction, departmental allocation, etc. in order to establish performance standards, detect trends, and determine proper course of action.
• Works with supervisor and direct reports to promote retail/operations activities and develop and implement strategies resulting in increased revenues.
• Is available during nontraditional hours including some weekend and evening periods.
• Serves as an emergency contact for agency locations in need of support outside regular business hours.
• Ensures good customer service, quality merchandise, competitive prices, and a donating/shopping experience that meets agency expectations. Maintains systems to measure these activities on a regular basis.
• Analyzes monthly production, sales and donor reports to identify weaknesses and develops strategies to correct them.
• Covers all areas in Store/Operations Manager’s absence either short or long term which may include traveling to other retail locations.
• Operates forklift truck.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year military service or related full-time employment. Supervisory experience preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
• Possess a positive attitude and infect others with similar enthusiasm.
• Loyalty to the agency and its mission and policies.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Must be willing to obtain a forklift license if able.
• Ability to use good judgment, discretion, and initiative.