Thrift Shop Manager

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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.

Our Store Managers efficiently and effectively manage all aspects of one retail site to maximise sales and profitability.

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army (Salvos) Ulverstone Corps is a Christian Church in the heart of Ulverstone. We share the love of Jesus by caring for people, creating faith pathways, building healthy communities, and working for justice. The Salvos offer hope, purpose, and fulfillment for anyone seeking connection, guidance, social support and community

About the job

As a Store Manager, this is your opportunity to be a leader who loves retail, loves a challenge, and loves waking up each day with a passion for making a difference. Take ultimate accountability to drive and lead growth whilst providing an inspiring in-store experience for our team, customers, and community members.

Compensation is in accordance with the General Retail Award level 6.

How you will make an impact

• Lead, grow, and develop a team of paid employees and volunteers
• Ensure extraordinary customer service in every interaction, every day
• Maintain high operational and visual merchandising standards
• Role-model and promote a ‘safety first’ culture in-store
• Plan and manage the store’s financial performance
• Build and support the volunteer workforce
• Engage with the local community to strengthen connections and support

What you will bring

• Demonstrated people management skills with an emphasis on volunteers and the community
• Experience in mentoring/training and managing staff
• Proven experience in retail management
• Working With Children Check
• Drivers Licence

What we offer

The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:

• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.

How to apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role. Together we can build a brighter future.

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. W e 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