Retail Associate - Toronto, Canada - Habitat for Humanity Greater Toronto Area
Description
Job Title:
Retail Associate
Reports To:
Manager, ReStore
Terms of Employment:
Full-time, Permanent
Store Hours: 10 am - 6 pm (must be willing to work 2 weekends each month)
Salary:
$18.00 / hour
Location:
Add-in store location here
Who We Are
Habitat for Humanity Greater Toronto Area (Habitat GTA) is leading the way in addressing one of the most pressing issues of our time: the need for affordable homes.
We partner with working families in need of an affordable, safe and secure place to live and enable their family's ability to thrive.
We are a land developer, a home builder, a fundraiser, and a mortgage holder.In support of our homebuilding operations, Habitat GTA operates a retail home improvement store called Habitat ReStore, which sells donated home furnishings, appliances, and renovation materials, with all proceeds helping us build more homes.
Habitat GTA is growing. We are an innovative, entrepreneurial social enterprise that has been increasing our capacity for impact each and every year. Together, we are building a better, more inclusive GTA for everyone.Why Join Us?
- A meaningful opportunity to make an impact and help your local community
- 2 weeks paid vacation, Habitat for Humanity days and personal days
- Flexible work hours (never work nights)
- Generous benefits coverage plan (including dental, vision care, and extended health care)
- Corporate gym membership and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- RRSP matching eligibility
- Volunteer opportunities to support our Habitat for Humanity Builds
- Growth and development opportunities
- Great entrylevel opportunity for new graduates, or experienced customer service professionals
- The pride of being part of a highly respected, high profile global charity
The Opportunity
- Represent Habitat for Humanity GTA as a Brand Ambassador by modeling our values and guiding principles
- Deliver exceptional customer service instore and by telephone
- Accept donations of gently used items
- Receive and unload shipments of products from our delivery trucks
- Merchandise and organize products on the store floor
- Perform all standard cash register transactions proficiently and accurately according to operational procedures including cash, debit card, and credit card transactions
- Support with updating our ecommerce platform
What You Bring
- A passion for our notforprofit cause
- Past retail or customer service experience is considered an asset
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to perform heavy lifting (30 + pounds) and walk, stand, sit, and stair climb on a frequent basis
- Safety boots required: CSA approved safety footwear to be worn at all times
- Understanding of volunteer management, renovation and building materials is considered an asset
- Passion for retail and customer service is considered an asset
Your Application
Your Future at Habitat for Humanity GTA Awaits.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada throughout the duration of their employment with Habitat for Humanity GTA. Proof of eligibility will be required.
Habitat for Humanity GTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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