Sales Lead - Salinas

The Salvation Army (TSA) Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is a no-fee program to assist men & women in their journey to complete our rehabilitation program. We are grateful for the contributions our valued employees make toward the maintenance and effectiveness of the programs. The organization is indebted to and dependent on the diligence and devotion of its employees.

Become part of the dedicated Retail Team at The Salvation Army! Together we can continue to serve and impact our local community, through the commitment to "Do The Most Good" at our Salinas Thrift Store, which supports the Adult Rehabilitation Program. This is an opportunity to promote a positive shopping/donor experience, enhance customer service, problem-solving and teamwork skills, while contributing to the success of our Program and its participants.

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Employee benefits offered include opportunity for career growth, paid time off, employee discounts, and employee referral bonuses.

As our enthusiastic and hardworking Sales Lead, you will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Takes an active role and partners with the Store Manager in daily store operations.
• Assumes responsibility for all day-to-day store operations in the absence of the Store and/or Assistant Manager.
• Assists Store Manager to monitor and analyze key performance indicators to drive store sales and increase profitability.
• Ensure high levels of Customer and Donor satisfaction through excellent service.
• Support Store Manager to ensure Back Room Processors/Warehouse Associates work effectively.
• Responsible for supervision, support, and conduct reporting of program Beneficiaries.
• In the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Manager - Responsible for the protection and security of store currency, inventory, and property.
• Ensure building is secured during non-operating hours.
• Assures that safety measures are established and maintained.
• May transfer or be relocated to other stores based on business needs.
• Completes all tasks as assigned by the District Sales Manager, Command Retail Directors and Command Administration.

Position objectives include providing customers with the best selection, exceptional service and well-organized stores, meeting store sales and income budget expectations, creating a positive and mentoring environment for Beneficiaries, and implementing positive and effective Work Therapy Assignments.

Qualifications include a high school diploma/GED, minimum of one-year previous retail experience, ability to communicate effectively, and ability to perform various physical tasks.

Core competencies include problem solving, oral communication, written communication, and teamwork.

Our stores operate 7 days per week. Work schedules are determined by Management and employee must be flexible to always ensure adequate store coverage. Sales Leads may be scheduled to work any part time shift including evenings, weekends, and holidays.