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FullTime Merchandise Processing Supervisor
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What they do
A Merchandising Manager manages the buying and stocking of goods to be re-sold to customers in a retail store, including clothing and other consumer products. Follows trends, anticipates consumer demand, directs buying and manages inventory; displays merchandise that will sell well at retail. Produces or monitors sales reports. May supervise a staff of buyers, in a larger retail store or department, or train and supervise retail sales staff.
$38,164 / year median in Michigan
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Key ResponsibilitiesProduction & Team Leadership
- Direct and ensure completion of daily tasks for production team members, including workspace maintenance
- Train new team members on production expectations and processes
- Perform quality control inspections to ensure only the best products reach the sales floor
- Track and report production metrics at scheduled intervals
- Implement strategies to meet product acquisition, production, and sales goals
- Manage product rotation and inventory control processesOperations & Quality Control
- Maintain organized workspaces and prepare for next-day production
- Support store maintenance and safety protocols
- Place and coordinate supply orders for processing needs
- Implement product control procedures to prevent shrinkage
- Monitor and control property, utility, and supply usageCustomer & Team Relations
- Seek ways to improve donor and shopper experiences
- Support management in fostering positive understanding of policies and procedures
- Communicate effectively with store management regarding operations
- Direct complaints and concerns appropriately to managementQualificationsRequired
- High School Diploma or currently pursuing
- Experience following and giving direction
- Strong English communication skills
- Basic computer proficiency including payroll systems
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug test and background check
- Basic math skillsPreferred
- Retail sales production and/or thrift store experiencePhysical Requirements
- Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity
- Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds regularly
- Occasional lifting up to 100 pounds
- Capability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch as needed
- Clear vision (close and distance) with ability to adjust focusSchedule Requirements
- Flexibility to work weekends and evening hours
- Available for occasional travel to various locations for work or trainingWorking Environment
- Store environment with quiet to moderate noise level
- May experience temperature fluctuations based on weather
- Some exposure to dust
- Extended periods of standing possibleThe Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.