JOB SUMMARY

Working in MCC BC’s Kelowna Thrift Shop, located in Kelowna, BC, reporting to the Manager, Thrift Shop and under the day-to-day supervision of the Shop’s leadership team, the Thrift Shop Associate assists in all aspects of the shop’s “back-of-house” and “front-of-house” operations. Back-of-house responsibilities may include driving and delivery, receiving, warehousing, processing/sorting, preparing, pricing, staging and organizing and tidying the retail floor. Front-of-house responsibilities may include providing cash and customer service duties, adding and stocking inventory, merchandising & marketing, and tidying and organizing the retail floor.
Working in the receiving area, warehouse, from a delivery truck, and on the retail floor, the Thrift Shop Associate collaborates with volunteers, colleague employees and shop leaders to create a compelling MCC BC Thrift experience. You’ll work directly with customers, volunteers, employees, donors and members of the community in a manner that reflects Christian integrity, exemplifying the beliefs, values, and mission of Mennonite Central Committee British Columbia in the workplace.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Be positive, adaptable, honest, communicate well, work hard and be willing to learn

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & ACCREDITATIONS

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant thrift, customer service and/or retail experience
• Knowledge of the second-hand merchandise market & basic ability to assess quality of clothing, housewares, and furniture is an asset
• Experience driving a one-ton truck is an asset

JOB REQUIREMENTS & LICENSING

• Satisfactory criminal record check
• Legally eligible to work in Canada
• Wear situation-suitable clothing and personal protective equipment
  All MCC workers are expected to exhibit a commitment to: a personal Christian faith and discipleship; active participation in a Christian church or Christian community; and nonviolent peacemaking. MCC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity. MCC values diversity and invites all qualified candidates to apply.

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