LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Store location: Haven Attic Resale Store : 300 NW 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608

Schedule:  Various Mon – Sat / 9am – 6pm / with flexibility for weekends

Are you a natural leader with a passion for retail, teamwork, and purpose-driven work? Haven Hospice Attic Resale is looking for an energetic and reliable Lead Attic Sales associate in Gainesville, FL to help oversee the daily operations of our thrift store. This role supports the Store Manager in supervising staff and volunteers, managing cash flow, assisting customers and donors, and creating engaging merchandise displays.

You’ll play a key role in creating a welcoming shopping environment, ensuring high-quality inventory, and supporting the mission of our store—all while building leadership skills in a community-focused setting.

How YOU will benefit 

• Gain valuable leadership experience in retail operations and team supervision

• Be part of a mission-driven organization that gives back to the community

• Develop merchandising and inventory skills while assisting in daily store operations

• Enjoy a dynamic, hands-on work environment with meaningful customer and donor interactions

• Grow professionally with opportunities for advancement and cross-training

Benefits and Perks for You!

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance   

• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)   

• Tuition discounts & reimbursement   

• 401(k) with company match   

• Generous PTO   

• Mileage reimbursement 

• Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more!   

*Benefits may vary by employment status 

Responsibilities

As a Lead Attic Sales Associate, You will: 

• Assist the Store Manager with daily store operations, staff and volunteer supervision

• Open and close the store, including activating/deactivating the security system

• Monitor and manage cash flow; balance registers and prepare daily sales reports and deposits

• Oversee donation intake, inspect donated items for quality, and direct inventory to the sales floor

• Coordinate and assist with furniture pickups, inspections, pricing, and display

• Create seasonal displays and merchandise inventory to boost sales

• Communicate regularly with volunteers, update message boards, and share daily sales info

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized store by completing daily quality control tasks

• Ensure all staff and volunteers follow safety and loss prevention protocols

• Assist with ordering supplies and rotating seasonal stock

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent

• One to two years of previous work in a retail environment required; preferably in apparel, thrift/consignment

• Cashier and supervisory experience preferred

• Valid Florida Driver’s License and Insurance