Assistant Store Manager

About The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is an international movement and 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 Our thrift stores play a vital role in funding our Adult Rehabilitation Centers and providing affordable shopping options to our neighbors.

 

 

Broad Ripple Location:  1021 Broad Ripple Ave Indianapolis, IN 46220
Pay: $17.00 per hour 
Job Type: Full-time 
Schedule: 38 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled 

 

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
• Employee Discount

 

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!