Dubuque Assistant Manager

Demonstrates leadership by holding all team members accountable for established best practices and standard operating procedures.

Provides comprehensive training of job duties, policies and procedures, ethical codes of conduct, corporate compliance, etc.

Evaluates performance and takes corrective action when necessary.

Helps Store/Operations Manager to oversee/monitor the quality and quantity of merchandise and that production output is adequate to meet sales goals. Ensures the highest level of customer service to reduce customer complaints and problems.

Handles cash register processes, money handling, paperwork, and deposits.

Provides tools, resources, and guidance to team to ensure store runs smoothly and efficiently.

Maintains top-flight condition and appearance of retail store or warehouse focusing on housekeeping and safety at all times. Communicates needs for repair, fixtures, maintenance, etc. to Store/Operations Manager.

Contributes to and supports Store/Operations Manager’s vision for execution of merchandising, store presentation, inventory, and customer service relations.

Ensures that all store/operations documentation including daily/weekly sales, staff schedules, EAPS, production statistical data, etc. is completed in an accurate and timely manner.

Assists in reviewing applications for vacant positions, conducting interviews, and making hiring decisions.

Positively represents store/operations and community to internal audiences. Positively represents store/operations and agency to external audiences.

Works collaboratively with Store/Operations Manager and staff to maximize service opportunities and maintain a continuous improvement agenda.

Reviews and analyzes sales, average transaction, departmental allocation, etc. in order to establish performance standards, detect trends, and determine proper course of action.

Works with supervisor and direct reports to promote retail/operations activities and develop and implement strategies resulting in increased revenues.

Is available during nontraditional hours including some weekend and evening periods.

Serves as an emergency contact for agency locations in need of support outside regular business hours.

Ensures good customer service, quality merchandise, competitive prices, and a donating/shopping experience that meets agency expectations. Maintains systems to measure these activities on a regular basis.

Analyzes monthly production, sales and donor reports to identify weaknesses and develops strategies to correct them.

Covers all areas in Store/Operations Manager’s absence either short or long term which may include traveling to other retail locations.

Operates forklift truck.

Completes all duties of the job and all work requirements.

Models Goodwill’s core values, IMPACT. (Inspire Others, Mission First, People Matter, Align with Community, Create Opportunity, Tell our Stories)