TSA Sales Associate at The Salvation Army in Canada

Fernie, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Mar, 26

Salary

22.51

Posted On

14 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Cash Handling, Inventory Control, Communication, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Self-Motivated, Flexibility, Organizational Skills

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Who We Are For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here. Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. Job Description: Position Purpose summary: The Thrift Store Clerk provides service to customers, sorting incoming product and assists in the ongoing retail operations of The Salvation Army Trail Thrift Store. Accountabilities: Operations Greet and interact with customers/donors in a positive, friendly, and courteous manner. Contribute to meeting store sales targets; provide efficient courteous customer service; use tact when dealing with difficult customers. Be knowledgeable regarding product pricing and featured sale products; protect the integrity of all donated items. Maintain store opening and closing procedures as required. Responsible for accurate completion of all customer transactions including cash and debit sales with minimal voids, overages, or shortages. Adhere to store policy regarding cheques, credit cards, refunds, voids, and holds. Process raw materials by loading/unloading, sorting, packing, hanging, pricing, and storing donations. Possess knowledge of stock to respond to customer enquiries by phone/in person. Pay attention to store security, by monitoring activity within the store. Assist with store displays to attract customers, which would include window displays and merchandise displays; ensures attractiveness of the store through “Tidy Maintenance”. Contribute to the control of inventory by retrieving, sorting, hanging, and pricing as directed. Assist with donation turnover, replenish inventory levels on the sales floor and remove inventory from sales floor as directed. Handle the merchandise in a safe and organized manner; assist in stock rotation; bagging textiles to be recycled and placing metal recycling in the appropriate location. Assist donors with their contributions, unload donations and place stock in appropriate location. Daily cleaning duties Communication Maintain the proper sorting and processing of goods, ensure compliance with quality standards; that all products are priced correctly as per store policy. Health and Safety Contribute to the safety of staff and customers (e.g., snow removal, clear fire exits, clean spillage; no obstacles inside/outside the store). Maintain an attractive organized and safe appearance of the store, tidy up and restock shelves, clean, sweep, dust, and mop as necessary; on a rotational basis clean the lunchroom, washroom, and other common areas. Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures. Perform other duties as required. WORKING CONDITIONS: This is a temporary full-time position. Work schedule may vary from week to week and will include weekdays and/or Saturdays. This job requires the ability to stand for prolonged periods with frequent twisting, bending, crouching, and reaching is required; the ability to lift/move 30 pounds. The incumbent must take the following precautionary measures in addition to health and safety rules and regulations such as universal precautions, i.e., wearing gloves when working with unknown contents. The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision, and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct. education and experience Qualifications: Education, Qualifications and Certifications: Completion of some high school course work. Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered. Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements: Have some related experience in processing or distribution of goods and knowledge of lifting guidelines. Cash handling experience is required. Experience with cash registers and related processes and procedures i.e., bank deposits, summary reports, etc. Product brand awareness would be an asset. Experience working in a computerized environment. Skills and Capabilities: Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills. Self-motivated/disciplined. Lead by example, by demonstrating a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible in the face of change. Ability to maintain information in confidence and exercise good judgement. Demonstrate ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment. Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills (written/oral). Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening. Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities. Compensation: The target hiring range for this position is $17.85 to $18.76 with a maximum of $22.51. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you. Our employees are motivated by the fulfillment and meaning they experience as they serve people in need across Canada and Bermuda. Whether at the front-lines or in a support role, as part of our team you’ll work alongside a diverse and skilled group of purpose-driven professionals, empowered to provide exceptional service. We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental benefits, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP’s, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth. If you're looking for a career that allows you to find meaning, make an impact, and one that challenges you to grow and become the best version of yourself, join our dynamic team. There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.

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Responsibilities

The TSA Sales Associate provides customer service, sorts incoming products, and assists in the retail operations of The Salvation Army Trail Thrift Store. Responsibilities include maintaining store procedures, processing transactions, and ensuring store security and cleanliness.