Retail Assistant Store Manager

About the Role

Goodwill Industries of Akron, OH is looking to hire an Assistant Store Manager. Are you goal-oriented and looking for an opportunity to prove yourself? Are you a get-it-done type of person who is interested in the career development resources that Goodwill has to offer? Do you want to serve your community while building your career? If so, please read on!

About Goodwill Industries Of Akron

Founded in Boston, MA in 1902 by Reverend Edgar J. Helms, Goodwill has been providing opportunities for men and women across America and around the world ever since. Goodwill Industries of Akron was established in 1927 and today serves Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland, and Richland counties. Our mission is to help individuals prepare for, find, and retain employment. We offer good benefits and opportunities for career development to employees who share our core values of commitment, teamwork, honesty, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and assistance to the Store Manager in all areas of their duties
• Initiate the interview process by reviewing applications
• Schedule employees and assist in appraising performance
• Make recommendations for disciplinary action
• Direct, supervise, and train retail staff in daily duties related to donations, processing, and sales
• Operate the cash register and point of sale system accurately and efficiently
• Perform opening and closing procedures, including banking procedures and nightly cash deposits
• Complete reports such as donation counts, daily business statements, and cash drawer balances
• Conduct monthly store audits

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and move up to 30 lbs.
• Able to operate a cash register, perform stock duties, and provide customer service
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance
• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic mathematical skills

Previous supervisory and training experience in customer service with retail or food service experience, along with knowledge of cash register procedures, stock control, banking procedures, merchandising, and display, is highly desirable.

Skills

• Self-motivated and a team player
• Able to work efficiently with awareness of surroundings
• Excellent communication skills
• Reliable with a positive attitude and pride in work

Schedule

Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays, with a minimum of two closing shifts per week.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• Holiday pay
• Vacation/sick leave (PTO)
• Retirement savings plan