What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Sales Associate position at The Salvation Army Central Territory?
Lead Store Sales Associate
Location: Franklin, WI
Pay: $13.00 per hour
Job Type: 25hrs/ weekly. Part-time
Schedule: Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Benefits:
Insurance & Financial Benefits
· 403(b) retirement savings plan (immediate eligibility)
· Voluntary life insurance options available
Paid Time Off (Eligibility based on employment status)
· Vacation days
· Sick days with discretionary days
· Paid holidays
About the Role
At The Salvation Army Thrift Store, your work helps support programs that make a difference in the community. We are looking for a dependable and motivated Lead Store Sales Associate to support store management with daily operations, customer service, sales goals, and maintaining a positive shopping experience.
What You’ll Do
• Assist with store opening and closing procedures
• Operate cash registers and assist team members with register support
• Support management with daily store operations and sales goals
• Help maintain store appearance, organization, and safety standards
• Provide excellent customer service and assist with customer concerns
• Support merchandise rotation, stocking, and sales floor presentation
• Assist with banking procedures and daily deposits as assigned
• Communicate store concerns or incidents to management
• Help guide and support team members during shifts as assigned
• Safeguard company assets and help reduce product loss
Training Provided
• Paid training on store procedures and register operations
• Ongoing coaching and support from store leadership
• Opportunity to build leadership and retail experience
Why Join Us
• Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community
• On-the-job training and leadership development
• Team-oriented environment
• Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more!
Qualifications:
Required
• Ability to provide friendly customer service and support store operations
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Basic leadership, communication, and teamwork skills
• Basic math and computer skills
• Ability to operate a cash register and accurately handle cash transactions
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift
• Ability to bend, reach, and lift or move merchandise throughout the day
• Ability to safely lift and move up to 50 lbs regularly
• Valid Driver’s License with ability to drive on behalf of The Salvation Army per policy
• High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred
• Previous retail or thrift store experience
• Experience leading or directing team members
• Previous cash handling and customer service experience
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.