Sales Associate Casual

Location: Gibsons

Who We Are For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship.

As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

SUMMARY:

The role provides service to customers, sorting incoming product and assists in the ongoing retail operations of The Salvation Army Thrift Store.

Thrift Stores Functions/Responsibilities:

Provide positive and courteous service to customers

Process customer transactions at the sales counter including cash and debit/credit sales ensuring accuracy and in accordance with policies and procedures

Accurate opening and closing of store procedures when required, including POS terminals and till Assist in keeping the general sales floor neat & clean and assure product displays are kept full and are tidy

Keep stock rotated as per schedule or as directed by supervisor

Implements store layout plans to attract customers including window displays and merchandise displays;
Arrange and display sales items

Work with volunteers as assigned

Ensure work stations for volunteers are clear and ready before they arrive

Receives, sorts, stores and prices donations as per directions and standards

Process donated items by unloading, sorting, packing, storing, bailing and reloading the donations

Lifts and relocates bags and boxes to determined areas as required. Assists with heavy lifting as required

Climbs ladders and stores seasonal product in overhead storage bins Separates recycling and garbage, and processes both according to the direction given, including into truck for removal

Meets assigned daily targets; counts, weighs and record incoming and outgoing donations

Maintains general cleanliness along with the safety and functionality of warehouse and property in accordance with all safety policies and guidelines

Shares janitorial duties in common spaces such as washroom and kitchen

Performs other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work environment is typically in an office, thrift store or sorting room.

May require standing long hours

Must be able to lift 30 lbs Education/

Certifications:

The incumbent will have completed Public School.

Experience:

The incumbent must have the following experience before hire:

Up to three months of prior related experience including experiences with warehouse receiving/processing/distribution of goods, and customer service

Knowledge of lifting guidelines are an asset

Required Skills/Knowledge:

Physical Effort/Dexterity Required The performance of the job requires frequently standing for long periods of time, twisting, bending, crouching, reaching overhead, pulling and pushing, kneeling & lifting up to 25 pounds

Concentration Required The performance of the job requires frequent safety awareness and sorting of donations

Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills

Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:
• Background check consent
• A clear vulnerable sector screening
• A clean drivers abstract
• Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training

Compensation:

The target hiring range for this position is $18.25 to $21.04 with a maximum of $23.82.Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment.

Acc if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.