Assistant Store Manager

Salvation Army

Des Moines, IA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Banking Services, Budgeting, Coaching, Communication Skills, Community Programs, Community Relations, Computer Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Retention/Renewal, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Employee Assistance Plan, English Language, High School Diploma, Insurance, Leadership, Lift/Move 100 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Manual Dexterity, Meet Sales Quota, OSHA, People Management, Performance Reviews, Physical Demands, Point of Sale (POS) Systems, Prescription Drugs, Product Control, Record Keeping, Retail, Retail Management, Retirement Plan, Safety Compliance, Sales, Staff Corrective Action, Staff Training, Team Player
LOCATION
Des Moines, IA
POSTED
Today
Assistant Store Manager

Location: Des Moines, IA
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday days nights weekends. Must have flexible scheduling
Benefits:
  • Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and hearing coverage
  • Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
  • Employer-paid basic long-term disability coverage
  • Optional voluntary life, short-term disability, and enhanced long-term disability coverage
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • 403(b) retirement savings plan
  • Employer-funded pension plan for eligible employees
About the Role

Join our team in "Doing the Most Good" as an Assistant Store Manager. 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
  • Team-oriented environment
  • Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more!
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.

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