Thrift Store Coordinator

**Location**: 8759 Commercial Street, New Minas

**Job Type**: Part-time
**Job Start Date**: Immediately
**Job Competition Closes**: When position is filled
**Pay**: From $16.75 per hour

** PURPOSE**

The Thrift Store Coordinator is an integral part of our daily operations, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for both shopping and working. This role also involves the efficient use of technology and operational systems.

** DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Thrift Store Coordination & Merchandising
- Oversee, facilitate and ensure the processing of donated items; manage the rotation and the disposal of donated items in a timely fashion.
- Processes include: sorting, tagging, displaying and disposing of donated items, providing leadership to staff & volunteers; upholding Society standards for merchandise and communicating the same.
- Utilize POS and modern inventory systems for effective store management;
- Achieve monthly and quarterly sales goals

Thrift Store Volunteer Engagement
- Participate in the recruitment and training of a thrift store volunteer base that will support the operations of the SPCA Thrift Store
- Foster a positive environment and encourage volunteers to adhere to policies and procedures
- Engage in regular dialogue with volunteers regularly, addressing concerns and sharing ideas.

Society Messaging & Operations
- Collaborate and communicate with all Nova Scotia SPCA staff and volunteers to remain consistent in policies and procedures.
- Adhere to all Society policies and procedures.
- Complete and submit all required and assigned paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.

Marketing & Promotion
- Ensure the display of merchandise inside thrift stores is appealing and customer-friendly.

Customer Service
- Provide service to customers according to standards and ensure everyone follows the same standards.
- Promote excellence in the customer service experience for all visitors to the thrift store through staff & volunteer training.

Financial Management
- Use Society resources (financial and non-financial) wisely.
- Acknowledge and follow the financial policies of the Society.

**Qualifications**
- 1-2 years of retail experience; thrift or consignment store experience is considered an asset.
- Completion of Grade 12

**Required Skills**:

- Results-driven, proactive & able to work autonomously and make informed decisions
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible, change-embracing in rapidly evolving work and market environment
- Ability to multi-task on multiple projects at once
- Demonstrated track record of working well on a team
- Possess a valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and proof of current auto insurance.
- Strong communication skills, verbal and written
- Strong organizational skills
- Goal-oriented and motivated to meet sales targets
- Proficiency in POS systems, inventory management software, and Office 365
- Proficient in Office 365 tools and capable of troubleshooting minor technical issues
- Strong leadership skills and an ability to inspire a team

**Additional Information**
- This position requires a flexible schedule. Evenings and weekends may be required, must be willing to work a flexible schedule.
- A driver’s license is required

**Physical Requirements**
- Physical ability to walk and/or stand on your feet throughout a normal workday is required.
- Physical ability to lift and carry 40 pounds regularly.

As a part of our hiring process, we require applicants to complete behavioural and cognitive assessments. You will be sent the links along with screening questions after submitting your resume.

_ We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at the Nova Scotia SPCA, however, only those selected for screening will be contacted._