Retail Shift Leader

Job PostingJob Location: Columbia IIJob Summary: Assists the store leadership with the day-to-day store operations and overall performance to meet or exceed budget while operating in compliance with company standards. Demonstrates an enthusiastic, winning attitude at all times. Acts courteously and with interest in each encounter with guests. Contributes to the mission of Goodwill by providing amazing customer service to our guests. Upholds a positive work environment and lives our core values. The Retail Shift Leader will promote a positive work environment that celebrates our vision, mission and core values of Teamwork, Respect, Uprightness and Empowerment every action and interaction with team members, donors, customers, management and persons served.Job DescriptionEssential FunctionsFrequently supervises staff, giving them verbal and written communications regarding work assignments and performance. Will have supervisory responsibility in the absence of the Store Manager and/or Assistant Store Manager.Provides customer service i.e. addressing complaints, resolving conflicts, providing help and assistance wherever needed.Processes customer transactions quickly and accurately within the cash handling guidelines, engage with customers while on the sales floor and provide customer assistance as needed.Ensures proper maintenance, reporting, and management of the store's financial assets such as cash register tills, cash deposits, and the change fund.Maintains all visual presentations, i.e. hardgoods end caps, H-rack displays, shoe racks, etc. and proper rotation of merchandise.Ensures a clean and safe environment in the stores, processing area and donation center by adhering to good housekeeping practices or delegating those tasks to team members.Meets or exceeds daily production goals for grading, sorting, hanging, pricing and tagging donated items in preparation for sale on the retail floor per all company guidelines.Opens and closes store during the designated hours of operation verifying all monies, cash drawers, deposit preparation, close of business paperwork, and opening paperwork.Ensures store personnel comply with the company's guideline to exceed customer and donor experiences and demonstrate appropriate interactions with customers and team members.You will be hired as a Retail Shift Lead; you will be cross-trained and expected to learn and work in all areas of the retail operation.Prepares for and implements daily huddle meetings as well as mandatory monthly meetings with staff.Actively maintains a safe, healthy, and positive environment that promotes the physical and emotional well-being of team members, customers, and those in our stores.Performs store housekeeping duties as needed, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, wiping shelves and dusting (including restrooms and dressing rooms.)Perform other duties as assigned by management.Minimum QualificationsRequired SkillsEducationHigh school diploma or GED is not required; however, it is preferred.Experience12-18 months related experience and/or training.Knowledge and SkillsKnowledgeable of and complies with all company policies and procedures, as well as legal requirements, at all times.Must be able to effectively communicate with other store employees.Able to push or pull loads weighing over 50 pounds continuously.Able to understand, communicate, comply with and enforce policies and procedures.Able to learn new processes quickly and possesses strong organizational skills.Able to problem-solve, prioritize and be able to multi-task.Able to travel to and work at other locations as needed.Able to do basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division) and manage a budget. Able to read and complete forms.Basic computer skills (Basic Excel and E-mail).Must have reliable transportation to perform job duties; i.e. travel to other Goodwill locations and/or make bank deposits as needed.Able to work a varied schedule that regularly includes nights and weekends.Certifications and LicensesValid driver's licensePreferred Education / Experience / Knowledge & Skills / Certifications & LicensesHigh School Diploma requiredExperience in customer service preferred.Experience in office management is preferred.