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The Salvation Army USA Central Territory

Family Store Associate

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What they do

A Retail Sales Associate sells merchandise or products in a retail store. Provides information about store merchandise, assists customers with finding items and encourages sales.

$31,417 / year median in Michigan

+0% projected growth

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Job Description

At The Salvation Army our employees are the heartbeat of our mission. We foster a community of passionate people dedicated to changing lives and bringing hope to those who need it most.
Position Summary:
The Family Store Associate provides excellent customer service; operates and maintains a cash register; maintains the cleanliness, orderliness and security of the store.
Essential Responsibilities:
Assist customers purchasing items via the Point of Sale (POS)POS system.

Operates cash register, accepting payment and making change. Wraps or bags merchandise for customers.

Prepare and balance the cash drawer; assists in preparing bank deposits as requested.

Works to maintain sales and production rotation quotas.

Price unmarked items of merchandise.

Cleans shelves, counters or tables.

Follows through on outdating as instructed.

Helps set up displays and arranges merchandise to promote sales.

Responsible to maintain good customer relations by giving prompt, courteous assistance to customers.

Maintain the neatness and security of the cash register areaAssist customers who are donating itemsPlace and arrange items in the store as directedAnswer the telephone in a professional and courteous mannerEnsure that the store is maintained in a clean and inviting mannerPerform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
High School diploma or GED (desired), or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilitiesExperience working in a retail store preferred
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
Must be available for a flexible scheduleAbility to operate a cash register, perform routine mathematical computations, and count changeAbility to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situation to customers, clients, and other employeesAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Computer Skills:
Basic Computer operation knowledgeBasic knowledge in Microsoft Office 365Working knowledge of
TEAMS and SharePointCertificates and Licenses:
Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.