Sales Assistant Grovedale at The Salvation Army

City of Greater Geelong, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Retail Sales, Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Point Of Sale Operation, Sorting Donations, Heavy Lifting, Manual Handling, Interpersonal Skills, Technical Skills

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Number of Positions Available: 1 ABOUT US The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. About The Job Grovedale Salvos Stores are looking for a talented part time sales assistant who loves retail, loves a challenge, and loves waking up each day with a passion for making a difference. Support the Store Manager with the day to day operations and provide an inspiring in-store experience for our team, customers and community members. Roster: Week 1: Monday, Thursday and Saturday Week 2: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday You will assist with: Retail sales and operation of Point of Sale devices; Collecting, sorting and pricing donations in store; Assist in the development and coordination visual merchandising and store presentation Provide exceptional Customer Service Display stock in correct departments, following policy and procedure. Follow Occupational Health and Safety policy and procedures Demonstrate TSA core values in all work related activities. Heavy Lifting & Manual Handling: Move, lift, and arrange stock, including furniture and large donations. About You Previous experience in retail sales, while highly regarded, is not essential. What is essential is your passion and proven ability to deliver outstanding results in a complex and rewarding retail environment. You will be a high energy, hands-on individual and will bring your proven track record in providing extraordinary customer service to the role. Importantly, as someone known for your integrity, you will also be comfortable aligning to The Salvation Army Mission and Values to positively support and impact the lives of others through your career contribution. To be successful in this role you will have flexibly to work a rolling roster including weekends and preparedness to work across various locations in the retail area. You will be an outstanding written and verbal communicator with strong interpersonal skills. Solid technical skills, highly regarded. About Salvos Stores Not your average retailer, Salvos Stores is made up of a team of changemakers who are passionate about raising funds to help The Salvation Army provide over one million sessions of care to disadvantaged Australians each year through an extensive network of over 360 retail stores, as well as online. Whether you’re sorting donations, processing invoices or driving one of our iconic trucks, every team member is valued for the incredible contribution they make to Salvos Stores. Join our crew and feel rewarded for making a difference. Salvos Stores is a mission enterprise of The Salvation Army, a Christian movement and one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope amid all kinds of personal hardship. How To Apply If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current resume and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role. Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people. The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration At the Salvos, we believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. And it is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. Mission, Vision & Values The Salvation Army is a Christian movement dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus. We share the love of Jesus by: Caring for people Creating faith pathways Building healthy communities Working for justice When you work with the Salvos, you help make a real difference to the community and the lives of others. Find more information here. Check out how we’re bringing some more good in the world. Why work with the Salvos? The Salvation Army offers a range of employment opportunities across the organisation, including those in community programs, aged care, retail, employment services, corporate and other support services. When you choose to work with the Salvos, you choose to believe in doing good that transforms the lives of people and communities facing hardship or crisis. So, if you are passionate about work that has purpose and satisfaction, are keen on delivering social and sustainable outcomes that change lives, we want to hear from you. Our employees have access to a range of benefits, plus personal development and career diversity opportunities that deliver real and meaningful benefits. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance, generous salary packaging opportunities, parental leave, purchase leave schemes and much more. The Salvation Army encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that accepts and recognises every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provide opportunities for all people to achieve their highest potential. Check out our career page to find out more about our recruitment process and what its like to work at the Salvos. We are always on the lookout for individuals keen to help us fulfil mission to support those in need. Along with contributing their valuable time to a good cause, volunteers bring much-needed vitality and a fresh perspective through their ideas to the range of roles we have on offer. Whatever your skillset, availability, or areas of interest, we are keen to hear from you. Check out our volunteer opportunities here.

Responsibilities

Assist the Store Manager with day-to-day operations and provide an inspiring in-store experience. Engage in retail sales, manage donations, and ensure exceptional customer service.