Store Manager In Training
Location: Portage, MI
Pay: $19.39 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: 40 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled
Benefits: Accrued vacation and sick time after 90 days, holiday pay, medical, dental and vision benefits
About the Role
Join our team in "Doing the Most Good" as a Store Manager In Training. In this support leadership role, you'll assist the Store Manager in all day-to-day operations, including staff supervision, production, sales, store maintenance, customer development, banking, and record keeping procedures. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.
Essential Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations
- Support staff training and supervision as assigned
- Implement strategies to meet production and sales goals
- Assist manager with store maintenance and appearance, ensuring safety, security, cleanliness, and utility
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and Salvation Army safety/security policies
- Work with store manager to keep income and expenses within budgeted parameters
- Protect resources through product control procedures to prevent shrinkage
Customer & Community Relations
- Implement customer development and retention plans
- Create an enjoyable shopping experience
- Work proactively to improve The Salvation Army's image among staff and community
- Support The Salvation Army's mission statement
Administrative
- Support banking and record-keeping procedures
- Document and provide information for personnel reviews and corrective actions
- Communicate with Store Manager regarding all aspects of store operations
- Handle all other duties as assigned
Training Provided
- Paid training on register and store procedures
- Ongoing coaching and support from store leadership
- Opportunity to build retail and customer service skills
Why Join Us
- Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community
- On-the-job training
Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2 years retail experience (thrift experience a plus)
- Valid Driver's License
- Strong English communication skills
- Basic computer proficiency including POS systems
- Ability to pass pre-employment background check
Physical Requirements
- Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity
- Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds regularly
- Occasional lifting up to 100 pounds
- Capability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch as needed
- Clear vision (close and distance) with ability to adjust focus
Schedule Requirements
- Flexibility to work early shifts, late shifts, and most weekends
- Available for occasional travel to various locations for work or training
Working Environment
- Store environment with quiet to moderate noise level
- May experience temperature fluctuations based on weather
- Some exposure to dust
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.
Skills Required
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2 years retail experience
- Thrift experience
- Valid Driver's License
- Strong English communication skills
- Basic computer proficiency including POS systems
- Ability to pass pre-employment background check
- Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity; ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
- Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds regularly
- Occasional lifting up to 100 pounds
- Flexibility to work early shifts, late shifts, and most weekends
- Available for occasional travel to various locations for work or training
- Clear vision (close and distance) with ability to adjust focus
What We Do
The Salvation Army is a church and charitable organization known for its charity work in over 120 countries, committed to 'Doing the Most Good' through community programs and aged care.
