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- Start your career with The Salvation Army today!
- 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 review our current vacancies.
- ABOUT US
- The Salvation Army is one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.
The role you could play
Join us as our new dedicated and values-driven Thrift Store Manager! In this role you will oversee and lead the operations of the store ensuring quality customer service, diligence in cash handling, quality sorting of donated goods, and maintaining the general appearance and upkeep of the shop. Equally important, the Thrift Shop Manager is responsible for fostering a culture of inclusiveness and community spirit amongst the volunteer team, which will in turn enhance the customer experience in the store.
Key responsibilities
- Volunteers are effectively managed in an efficient and courteous manner that fosters a productive experience for customers and staff alike
- Provide management of the day to day operations of TSA Hope Shop, ensuring the store is presentable, provides excellent customer service and has adequate stock levels
- Evidence of a strong focus and commitment to outstanding customer service
- Adequate and accurate pricing and display of goods, and the removal and disposal of inappropriate/old stock. Effective marketing of goods for sale
- Demonstrates a supportive approach to training/listening to staff/volunteers
This is a permanent full-time role, located in Hillcrest, SA. To be successful in this role you must possess excellent people leadership and management abilities.
- Proven experience in retail management
- Demonstrated people management skills with an emphasis on volunteers and the community
- Current valid Driver's Licence
- Self-motivated and a strong work ethic
- First aid certificate or willingness to obtain one
- A national police record check & WWCC is required
- Incumbent needs to have a reasonable level of fitness in order to carry out the duties of this position
Benefits working with The Salvation Army
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
- Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
- Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
- Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
- Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
- Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate, and professional team members
- Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
- 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. W_
- 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_