Part Time Lead Store Sales Associate, Southgate, Fort Wayne, IN

Looking for a place where "Doing the Most Good" is a mission? The Salvation Army Family Store has a Lead Store Sales Associate position available for the ideal candidate.

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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:

Support Management with product sales and acquisition; store maintenance and appearance; customer development and retention; and banking and recordkeeping 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.

Proficiently use cash register and assist others in basic register problem solving.

Implement store opening and closing procedures as assigned.

Supports management with banking and reporting procedures.

• Apply cash handling procedures for opening and closing of registers.
• Make bank runs and daily deposits.
• Report store product acquisition, production and sales as requested.

Implement assigned strategies to meet product acquisition, production and sales goals.

• Know the product acquisition, production and sales goals for the day.
• Know the product rotation process and is diligent in turning product over.
• Communicate with central warehouse to place orders for the next days processing, when assigned.

Support management with store maintenance and appearance.

• Follow procedures for maintenance and safety concerns.
• Check to make sure displays and floor layout plans are being followed and updated.
• Look for ways to improve appearance and appeal of store to customers.

Support management in creating an enjoyable shopping experience with positive Customer Service skills. Handle customer complaints, as needed.

Communicate with 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.

Support management in creating a positive understanding of policies and procedures. Direct complaints and criticism to management.

Support the protection of the resources under their supervision.

• Implement Product Control Procedures preventing shrinkage through theft or spoilage.
• Control property, utility and product supply waste.

Other Duties: Other duties as assigned by Manager or Assistant Manager.