Part-Time Store Lead Sales Associate
The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division · Oxford, MI · 3 mo ago
Business DevelopmentPart-time
Job Overview
We're seeking a dedicated Lead Store Sales Associate to support our store management team. This role is vital in maintaining efficient store operations, providing excellent customer service, and supporting our mission through daily retail operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Sales & Operations Support
- Implement store opening and closing procedures
- Handle banking and daily deposits
- Execute strategies to meet product acquisition, production and sales goals
- Manage product rotation process and inventory turnover
- Customer Experience & Store Maintenance
- Create an enjoyable shopping experience with positive customer service skills
- Handle customer complaints as needed
- Support store maintenance and appearance
- Maintain displays and floor layout plans
- Identify ways to improve store appeal
- Leadership & Communication
- Provide direction to staff in absence of management
- Communicate effectively with store management regarding operations
- Support implementation of policies and procedures
- Document and report concerns in behavior or attitude
- Aid others with basic register problem solving
What We Offer
- Opportunity to make a positive impact in your community
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Supportive and mission-driven work environment
- Comprehensive benefits package
Qualifications
- Education & Experience
- High School Graduate or Equivalent
- Retail experience required
- Skills & Abilities
- Ability to speak, write and understand English for effective communication
- Basic computer skills including Point of Sales System and payroll program
- Proficient cash handling and accurate change-giving abilities
- Strong customer service orientation
- Certifications
- Valid Driver's License and personal transportation for bank runs
- Physical Requirements
- Regularly required to stand, use hands, handle, feel, hear, and talk
- Frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms
- Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
- Specific vision abilities required:
- Close vision
- Distance vision
- Ability to adjust focus
- Work Environment
- Store environment with quiet to moderate noise level
- May be dusty and experience temperature fluctuations based on weather
- May be required to travel to various locations for work or training
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.