Store Manager

• Responsible to create a pleasant and hospitable work environment and maintain good customer relationships.
• Be well-versed in, and ensure compliance to, Guide to Thrift Store & Donation Centers Operations manual and all other policies and procedure by all store personnel. (To include verbal and written warnings).
• Meet sales, production, and expense budget goals to maintain a profitable operation.
• Ensure that all production is taken from the back room and properly displayed on the sales floor.
• Receive applications, participate in interviewing of applicants when needed, and recommend applicants for employment to the Administrator, Store Supervisor, or designate.
• Conduct regular evaluations of store personnel, identifying performance strengths and areas of development. Recommend training as necessary.
• Conduct monthly staff and safety meetings. Ensure that all safety measures are consistent with The Salvation Army policy and Government regulations and all personnel are in compliance.
• Schedule all sales associates to ensure full coverage in store at all times. Post weekly work schedules for all store personnel. This must include assignment, breaks, vacation, etc.
• Submit completed payroll information biweekly for all store personnel noting signatures, absenteeism, overtime, etc.
• Responsible to order merchandise to keep the store well stocked. Ensure all merchandise is “ragged out” and colorized in accordance with the Territorial ARC Rag Out Calendar.
• Provide training, direction, and supervision for new employees (and unpaid staff) along with retraining for all personnel, as necessary. 
• Responsible for the proper accounting and banking of cash receipts at end of business day. Safeguard cash at all times. See “Safekeeping of Salvation Army Funds” policy.
• Ensure that all paper work and sales reports are completed and forwarded to the finance department daily.
• Attend manager meetings and keep store personnel informed of new policies and directives.
• Responsible for protection of property and buildings. Report safety hazards, property damage and personal injuries to Administrator, Store Supervisor, or designate.
• Other duties as may be assigned by immediate supervisor and/or Administrator.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in sales.
• Ability to lead, manage and motivate others.
• Ability to read and interpret simple income and expense reports.
• Good communication skills.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with acceptable DMV record.

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