JOB OPPORTUNITY - THRIFT SHOP ASSOCIATE

Thrift Shop Associate
Part-time - 6 hours week on Saturdays (10am-4pm)
Hourly rate: $15.20/hr
Location: Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia
Closing date for applications: September 30, 2024 (or until filled)
Position start date: October 2024

The Violet Rose Gift & Thrift Shop is a division of the After Trauma Empowerment Network (ATEN) in Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia. ATEN is a non-profit organization that empowers individuals, families and communities affected by and living with the mental health impact from trauma, violence and abuse. The Violet Rose Gift & Thrift Shop relies on donations for operation and all proceeds go towards the operational expenses for ATEN. For more information visit www.atenns.ca.

OVERVIEW
We are seeking a motivated and customer-oriented Associate to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing exceptional service to our customers while supporting the sales process. This position requires a blend of retail sales experience, strong organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and cleanliness and excellent customer service and donor relationships.
Join us as an Associate where you will have the opportunity to contribute to a positive shopping experience while developing your skills in a supportive team environment!

JOB REQUIRMENTS
1.) Assists with receiving and processing donations. Assists donors with questions.2.) Assists with the distribution of merchandise to the sales floor.
3.) Assists with display merchandising as directed. Follows pricing policies when
setting prices on incoming merchandise.
4.) Assists with sorting pricing and stocking of store items as well as maintaining the
cleanliness of the shop
5.) Assists customers with questions and purchases. Demonstrates high sensitivity to
customer service to insure customers have a positive shopping experience.
6.) Ensures adherence to Thrift Store policies and procedures.
7.) Assists with and utilizes all aspects of the thrift store cash management systems including cash handling, and debit and credit card processing. Adheres to cash handling policies and procedures.
8.) Assists with daily cleaning and maintenance activities.
9.) Attends Team meetings and trainings as required.
10.) Willing to fill vacant shifts or extend work hours as needed and approved by the Executive Director.
11.) Excited about working with a diverse group of people and the opportunity to serve the community and learn new skills.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
1.) One year prior retail experience
2.) Excellent customer service skills.
3.) Able to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
4.) Understanding of retail cash management systems; ability to operate a cash
register and/or utilize financial software.
5.) Shows maturity, good judgement and performs duties in a professional manner.
6.) Ability to lift heavy items such as boxes and bags of donations.
7.) Ability to handle incoming donations and manage the flow of intake of merchandise.
8.)  Ability to work well in a busy environment with frequent interruptions
9.) Reliable and trustworthy
 
The After Trauma Empowerment Network is a trauma-informed environment that is characterized by respect, choice & inclusion. We strive to reflect the diversity of the community. If contacted, please advise us if you require any accommodation measures to ensure you will be interviewed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation requests will be treated with confidentiality.

Cover letters and resumes/CV are invited by email to [email protected] with subject line Thrift Shop Associate. Only applicants to be interviewed will be contacted. No phone calls please.