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ABOUT US
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
Salvos Stores has a vacancy for the position of Assistant Store Manager Malvern, and we guarantee this is a store – and a job – like none other.
Are you a fashion retail leader with a passion for people? Are you driven by a desire to make a difference in this world? Would you like the satisfaction of knowing your leadership will be working for something bigger than the bottom line? Are you working in Fast Fashion and looking to make the change to a company that is environmentally sustainable and community focused?
If so, then this is the job for you!
Malvern is a fast paced, high fashion Salvos Store located in the heart of Malvern Victoria, and has a special place in the second-hand retail community in Melbourne. We are looking for a talented leader who loves retail, loves a challenge, and loves waking up each day with a passion for making a difference. If you have worked in fast fashion and want a change to sustainable retail
Our unique business proposition in Salvos Stores means that no two products are the same, and every day is literally a different day; we’re looking for someone who’ll thrive as a leader in our business, and have the capabilities and drive to lead and grow the Malvern business.
As a retail leader, it goes without saying that you’ll be experienced in:
Leading, growing and developing a team of paid employees and volunteers across multiple departments
Ensuring extraordinary customer service is provided every day, in every interaction
Reading, analysing and interpreting business reports to deliver on all business targets and outcomes, including using spreadsheets and other applications as required
Embedding exceptional operational and visual merchandising standards
Role-modeling a ‘safety first’ culture
Ensuring company policies and procedures are adhered to
Previous experience in a similar industry, while highly regarded, is not essential. What is essential is your people and team leadership, your passion, and proven ability to deliver outstanding results in a complex and rewarding retail environment.
Importantly, as someone known for your integrity, you will also be comfortable aligning to The Salvation Army Mission and Values.
As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;
NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits;
Paid parental leave - 12 weeks
Staff store discount
Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity
Purpose driven career with positive social and sustainable outcomes
Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;
Opportunity for career development;
An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
Chaplaincy services
Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
We operate as a professional, commercially-focused retail business, recycling pre-loved goods donated from the public. We have a national retail network of over 330 stores, all of which are staffed by professional, dedicated store teams, and supported by a fully functioning Support Office.
Our surplus is directed into programs run by The Salvation Army, one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities that helps thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. Every day our teams come to work knowing their efforts can literally transform lives.
If you’re excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation that is committed to ensuring the well-being of children and young people, and protecting them from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all other roles require a mandatory National Police Check.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration