Number of Positions Available:
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ABOUT US
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
About the role
We are seeking a dedicated Assistant Thrift Shop Manager to support the Manager to lead and develop the stores to maximize profits and strengthen links between thrift shops, Community Support Service, wider community and Corps. This role will have supervisory responsibilities of volunteers.
This is a permanent, part-time (10 hours per week) position based in Sale, Victoria.
This position requires the physical ability to safely sit, stand, walk regularly for long periods of time and to push, pull, lift, carry items up to 10 kilos in weight and to climb ladders.
You will successfully
- Maximise sales through processing of donations to the store by receiving, sorting, pricing, hanging of saleable goods and disposal of non-saleable goods.
- Implement stock rotation and stock management processes to ensure optimal store stock levels are maintained to maximize sales and revenue.
- Deliver excellence in customer service by responding to customer needs.
- Support in recruitment, maintenance and direction of an excellent volunteer/employees force that run the store efficiently.
- Provide training, guidance, direction and feedback to all volunteers.
You will have
- Certificate in Retail Operations / Diploma of Business (desirable)
- Certificate level qualification in Retail Management (desirable)
- Experience in team management (essential)
- Merchandising and store presentation skills
- Experience managing stock
- Retail management experience (highly desirable)
- Experience working and managing volunteers preferred
- Basic working knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
- A current Victorian Driver Licence.
What we offer
As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;
- Flexible working conditions
- Financial discounts / benefits
- Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;
- Opportunity for career development;
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
- Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
How to Apply
If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.
Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration
