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Retail manager

Ipswich
Salvation Army Trading Company
Posted: 10 May
Offer description

This is a Permanent, Full time vacancy that will close in 18 days at 23:59 BST.

Vacancy Overview

We're looking for a commercially minded, people‐first leader to run one of our large‐format Donation Centres, a high‐volume, high‐impact space handling up to 10 tonnes of donated goods per week.

Responsibilities

* Lead a large and diverse team, predominantly volunteers, to inspire, coach and create a culture where everyone feels valued and motivated.
* Oversee day‐to‐day operations of the Donation Centre, ensuring high‐quality service to donors, customers and the community.
* Build and maintain local relationships to drive donations, and use social media creatively to attract supporters.
* Design engaging promotions and events that keep customers returning, balancing operational oversight with creativity, community engagement and commercial drive.
* Recruit and maintain a bank of skilled and general volunteers who can collect and sort clothing, repair and up‐cycle electrical and furniture items.
* Establish links with local businesses, Salvation Army Corps and individuals to secure donations and volunteer time.
* Shape the centre, experiment with ideas, and grow both income and impact while contributing to The Salvation Army mission.
* Act as a self‐directed business owner within the mission, providing autonomy in decision‐making.

Qualifications & Requirements

* Resilient, supportive, caring, hands‐on and enthusiastic.
* Positive attitude in delivering exceptional customer service.
* Dynamic leadership style with an appetite for success.
* Passion for developing people.
* Idea generation for partnerships to deliver re‐use and repair services with local connections.
* Interest in the environment and sustainability.
* Engaging personality and desire to succeed.
* All Shop Managers will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS Check.

Benefits

* Annual Leave: Starting at 26 days plus bank holidays, with the ability to buy an extra week.
* Virtual GP Service: 24 h phone and video consultations from 8 am to 10 pm.
* Excellent Pension Scheme: Defined contribution scheme with the company matching up to 6 % and life assurance of 3× salary.
* Company Sick Pay: Paid from the end of the probation period, increasing with tenure.
* Colleague Discounts: 25 % off all full‐priced products sold by SATCoL.
* Wellbeing Commitment: Dedicated focus on team wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors. Please be aware that this advert may close sooner than the closing date in extreme circumstances.

Registered Company no. 2605817. The Salvation Army registered charity 214779 and in Scotland no. SC009359.

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