The Salvation Army

Senior Sales Associate

Woonsocket, Rhode IslandFull-time
$17+ hourly
About the Job
Title: Senior Sales Associate
Supervises: Store personnel as assigned Reports To: Store Manager and/or Assistant Store Manager
Status: Non-exempt
Function: The Senior Sales Associate will assist management in creating and sustaining a pleasant work environment and excellent customer relationships.

Duties and Responsibilities: 
  • Assist in creating and sustaining a pleasant and hospitable work environment and excellent customer relationships.
  • Be well-versed in and ensure compliance to accounting, employee, and store policies. 
  • Assist the manager in meeting sales, production, and expense budget goals maintaining a profitable operation. 
  • Receive applications and participate in interviewing applicants when needed. 
  • Ensure that all safety measures are consistent with The Salvation Army policy and Government regulations and all personnel comply. 
  • Assist in scheduling of sales associates and unpaid staff as required. 
  • Assist in completion of payroll information biweekly for all store personnel noting signatures, absenteeism, overtime, etc. Submit same as requested. 
  • Assist Manager and Assistant Manager to ensure that the store is well stocked, and all merchandise is “ragged out” and colorized in accordance with the ARC Command Rag Out Calendar. 
  • Assist in training, direction, and supervision for new employees and unpaid staff along with retraining for all personnel, as requested. Beneficiaries on work therapy assignments need special attention and guidance. 
  • Responsible for the proper accounting and banking of cash receipts as per “Safekeeping of Salvation Army Funds” policy. 
  • Ensure all paperwork and sales reports are filled out completely and forwarded to the finance department daily.
  • Responsible for maintaining good customer relations recognizing the type of service expected from employees of The Salvation Army. 
  • Fill in for Store Manager/Assistant Store Manager as needed. 
  • Function as the 3rd Key, opening/closing the store as scheduled, including making bank deposits.
  • Other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and/or Administrator. 

THE SALVATION ARMY Adult Rehabilitation Centers 

JOB DESCRIPTION:
  • Senior Sales Associate rev 10.12.23 2 15. This position will support the work therapy program component of The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Centers by providing beneficiaries with an example of professional conduct and work habits.  

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

Physical Requirements:
  • Sitting Under 1/3 of the time 
  • Lifting Must be able to lift 50 pounds 
  • Push/Pull Using Machinery Yes 
  • Standing Over 2/3 of the time 
  • Walking Over 2/3 of the time
  • Reaching Over 2/3 of the time 
  • Climbing Under 1/3 of the time