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- 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.
Why this role matters
Corps is a community-focused church, partnering with the wider community to help transform one life at a time with the love of Jesus. This is achieved through Sunday Worship Services, Community Support and Emergency Relief, Thrift Shop engagement, and small groups.
About the role
We are seeking a values-driven Thrift Shop Manager who will effectively and efficiently manage the Thrift Shop to maximise sales and profitability. Promote and market Thrift Shop to engage new customers within the community. Maximise the mission opportunities presented by The Salvation Army's interaction within the wider Merriwa Community.
You will successfully
- Recruit, select, train and induct new volunteers as required and ensure all volunteers are recorded on Workday
- Ensure all volunteers are trained in their respective roles
- Organise rosters of volunteers to cover shop operating hours
- Delegate roles and responsibilities to volunteers
- Supervise and manage performance of volunteers
- Assist with Appreciation Dinner to acknowledge volunteers
- Ensure donation bins are emptied regularly and donations transferred to the Thrift Shop
- Co-ordinate Work for the Dole and Community Corrections placements
- Ensure all stock is process according to policies and procedures
- Ensure stock is merchandised to generate maximum sales potential
- Ensure stock is rotated through discount sales and/or sale of bags of rags
- Ensure all customers receive quality service that responds to their needs and demonstrates our mission values
- Ensure welfare referrals are dealt with discretely and with dignity
- Work with Thrift Shop Administration in regards to WHS & Risk Management records in accordance with Salvation Army policy and procedure
This is a fixed term (1 year from hire date) part-time (25 hrs per week) position located in Merriwa, WA. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the General Retail Employee Level 6.
You will have
- Retail experience is required
- Retail Management experience is highly desirable
- Certificate in Retail Operations or similar qualifications are desirable
- Experience working with volunteers preferred
- _ A national police record check is required_
- _ A current and valid Working with Vulnerable People (Children) Check_
What we offer
- Flexible working conditions
- 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 are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. _
- Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure._
- We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_