What are the responsibilities and job description for the Thrift Store Department Manager - full time - Waterloo position at One Vision?
Retail Department Manager - One Vision Thrift Store (Waterloo)
Are you ready to lead in retail? One Vision Thrift Solutions is hiring a full-time Department Manager for our Waterloo Thrift Store! This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a retail environment, enjoys leading a team, and wants to take ownership of store operations, marketing, and social media engagement.
We offer a competitive compensation package, including a sign-on bonus, referral bonus program, excellent benefits (health, dental, life, 401K), paid holidays, and PTO.
Why Join One Vision?
One Vision is a nonprofit organization that supports individuals with disabilities, helping them find meaningful work, homes, and personal independence. Our thrift stores play a vital role in funding these services, meaning your work directly impacts the lives of others.
What You'll Do as a Retail Department Manager
As a hands-on retail leader, you'll:
- Oversee daily store operations while maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
- Lead and supervise your own team-coaching, training, and motivating staff to meet sales and production goals.
- Drive marketing and social media efforts, building awareness and engagement for the store's promotions, events, and community involvement.
- Ensure exceptional customer service, positive donor interactions, and smooth volunteer experiences.
- Support the Store Manager with scheduling, merchandising, inventory, and performance management.
This isn't just a retail job-it's a chance to make a real impact through leadership, creativity, and community connection.
What We're Looking For
- 1 year retail sales or customer service experience (required).
- Leadership/management experience strongly preferred-ability to coach and develop team members.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable using social media platforms to promote store events, sales, and community engagement.
- High school diploma or GED (required).
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing.
- Valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance.
Schedule
- Consistent full-time schedule: Monday-Saturday, 9:00 AM-6:30 PM.
- Closed Sundays and major holidays-enjoy work-life balance while still growing in your career.
Be Part of Something Bigger
When you join the One Vision Thrift Store team, you're not just leading retail operations-you're helping fund life-changing opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Apply today to bring your retail leadership and marketing skills to a role that makes a difference!
This position is considered a Safety Sensitive Position and is contingent upon a pre-employment background check and drug screen.