Sales Associate - Sechelt, Canada - Salvation Army

Salvation Army

Verified Company

Sechelt, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

The Sales Associate assists in all areas of the Thrift Store's operation including: the efficient and effective reclamation, processing or distribution of warehouse goods; provides quality customer service; participation in the maintenance of an effective and attractive display merchandise in order to maximize profitability of the store.

KEY 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
May operate the forklift to move goods as necessary after sufficient training
Shares janitorial duties in common spaces such as washroom and kitchen
Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

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

PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:

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

HOURS:

25hrs/wk, Schedule will be determined by employee availability and store needs.

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
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please let us know if you have a need for any accommodation.