Store Manager in Training - Houghton presso Goodwill Industries of Southern Arizona

Location is determined by current business need. 

REASONS YOU SHOULD APPLY TODAY! 

• Competitive Salary - Plus, opportunity for quarterly bonuses!!
• Culture – You want to work for a company that creates a positive, learning culture that is driven by values and authenticity at every level…or at least they are working on it every day! 
• Benefits – LOTS of paid time off, paid sick leave, 403b Retirement Plan with 100% vesting from Day 1 and company matching after a year! Plus, medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, life insurance, and COMPANY PAID telemedicine plan and mental health program for ALL employees and their households!
• Opportunities for Advancement – We believe in continuous improvement and provide learning and development opportunities at every level! 

ABOUT GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF SOUTHERN ARIZONA

Goodwill International has been providing opportunities for folks across America and the world since the early 1900s. Since 1969, Goodwill of Southern Arizona has provided a “hand up” for any person who wants to gains skills and achieve independence in our community. Over 50 years of doing good! 

We create opportunities for people to gain skills, achieve independence, and build strong communities by offering job training, employment services, and other community-based programs. We fund these programs and initiatives with the generous help of our community’s donations and shopper loyalty in our Retail Stores! 

A DAY IN THE LIFE AS AN STORE MANAGER IN TRAINING

Under the general guidance of and through coaching from the assigned District Manager and the Retail Director, effectively and efficiently directs the operations of a multi-product retail store.   The Store Manager in Training ensures performance of all functions necessary to manage and operate a Goodwill store with emphasis placed on collection, processing and sale of donated and/or purchased goods.  

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A STORE MANAGER IN TRAINING

The successful candidate will have at least five (5) years of retail experience, with three (3) years' experience in management, supervising ten (10) or more employees. This person will also be dependable to work an assigned schedule rotation. (Store hours are Monday - Saturday 9AM- 8PM and Sundays 11AM - 7PM.) Since this is a working managers position, the ability to lift, push and pull heavy items is required. The store manager in training will also need to have a valid Arizona driver’s license with a suitable driving record, and be able to become CPR and First Aid Certified. Must be able to gain clearance under the Department of Economic Security to provide services to program participants of the Division of Developmental Disabilities (fingerprint and background check) within 90 days of employment.

This position offers very competitive wages, and you will be paid biweekly. We offer fantastic full-time benefits including generous amounts of paid time off, paid sick leave, medical, vision, dental insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan (with 100% vesting from day 1 and employer matching at 1 year), disability and life insurance, a COMPANY PAID employee assistance plan (EAP) for mental health and a COMPANY PAID telemedicine plan for all employees and their households, tuition reimbursement, identity theft protection, and a 30% store discount!!! 

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply today!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• * Demonstrate internal Company Values at all times.
• On an on-going basis, identify areas of opportunity and seek guidance/coaching/instruction from direct supervisor to enhance learning in those areas.
• Work closely with supervisor and/or Retail Director to learn and successfully demonstrate proficiency of all responsibilities.
• Review monthly store revenue and expense; operate the store at or above goal.
• * Ensure high standard of donor and customer relations through prompt, efficient, friendly, and courteous service by store staff. 
• Ensure Mission fact of the week is communicated to donors.
• Conduct “Managing by Walking Around” throughout entire day.
• *Review Goals and Objectives (G&O’s) with each store employee on a monthly basis.
• *Ensure timely processing of donations and properly completes the production records. Work closely with everyone to ensure donations reach the sales floor within 24 hours.
• * Ensure store security (i.e. relating to theft, pilferage, handling of deposits, access to facilities, etc.) is maintained according to company policies and procedures.
• * Prepare weekly store schedules, and daily “to do” lists or delegates the task to an appropriate team member. 
• * Generate various data reports and handle all banking functions for store; make bank deposits, get change, etc.
• * Promote on-going training through monthly store meetings and other appropriate means to ensure use of productive sales techniques, and to update store staff on internal policies and procedures.
• * Stays abreast of product knowledge, industry trends, and competitive pricing through monthly comparative shopping of competitors (i.e. retail, consignment, and second-hand thrift), and review industry periodicals.
• * Maintain store (inside and outside) in clean, safe and orderly manner to encourage sales, and provide a pleasant shopping and working environment.
• * Ensure all equipment is available and in the system for use by the other stores.
• Recommend materials, equipment and other supply purchases for the store within limits established by Goodwill policy.
• Attend meetings and training activities as scheduled.
• Inform employees of donor, production and sales goals and how to maximize each.
• Evaluate productivity of all work performed.
• Supervise all employees, creating a teamwork environment.
• Maintain processing room and offices within Kaizen parameters.
• Follow all company and department policies and procedures.
• Ensure all safety rules are adhered; reports accidents or injuries

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operates cash register, receives donations from donors, and works in production, as needed. 
• Actively promotes safety and loss prevention policies.
• Completes accident/incident reports timely.
• Handles internal and external inquiries regarding donation sites/policies.
• Attends and participates in monthly meetings, as required.

Criminal background screenings will be conducted on all eligible candidates. Only convictions that could impact this position will be considered. 

We encourage all bilingual candidates, national service members, veterans, and their family members to apply.