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Sales Assistant

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Hospitality & Retail
  • Adelaide
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AI generated summary

  • You must have a passion for retail, exceptional customer service skills, integrity aligned with our mission, flexibility for varied hours, and strong communication and tech skills.
  • You will support daily operations, assist with sales and POS, sort donations, enhance store presentation, provide excellent customer service, and follow safety policies while demonstrating core values.

Requirements

  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Store Manager with the day to day operations and provide an inspiring in-store experience for our team, customers and community members.
  • 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.

FAQs

What is the role of a Sales Assistant at The Salvation Army?

The Sales Assistant supports the Store Manager in day-to-day operations, assists with retail sales, provides exceptional customer service, collects and sorts donations, and contributes to visual merchandising and store presentation.

Is previous retail experience required for this position?

Previous experience in retail sales is highly regarded but not essential; what is essential is a passion for retail and the ability to deliver outstanding results.

What core values should a Sales Assistant demonstrate?

A Sales Assistant should demonstrate The Salvation Army's core values such as integrity, compassion, respect, diversity, and collaboration in all work-related activities.

Are there flexible working hours for this role?

Yes, the role requires flexibility to work a rolling roster including weekends and preparedness to work across various locations.

What benefits do employees receive in this position?

Employees may enjoy benefits such as NFP salary packaging, paid parental leave, health and fitness discounts, staff store discounts, career development opportunities, and paid volunteer leave.

How can I apply for the Sales Assistant position?

Interested candidates can apply by submitting a current CV and a cover letter detailing their alignment with the essential requirements of the role through the provided application link.

Does The Salvation Army provide an inclusive work environment?

Yes, The Salvation Army is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that embraces diverse talent, encouraging applications from people of all cultures, languages, capacities, and backgrounds.

Are there any mandatory checks for applicants?

Yes, all applicants are required to complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and, if they are applying for child-facing roles, a Working with Children Check.

Does the Sales Assistant position involve community engagement?

Yes, the role involves positively supporting and impacting the lives of others, aligning with The Salvation Army's mission and community-focused initiatives.

What does the training for new employees entail?

Specific details about training for new employees are provided during the onboarding process, focusing on retail operations, customer service, and The Salvation Army's mission and values.

Dedicated to helping people in need overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardship across the U.S.

Non-profit
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1865
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services. Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code. By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country. The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.