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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.
Are you an energetic retail leader who loves building strong teams and driving results?
Join Salvos Stores and lead our Molendinar store, where every sale helps fund vital community programs supporting Australians in need. This is an opportunity to combine your retail leadership skills with meaningful purpose, while managing a dynamic team of staff and volunteers.
Reporting to the Area Manager, this is a permanent full-time opportunity based in Molendinar, QLD.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all aspects of store operations to achieve sales and surplus targets
Manage stock flow, pricing and visual merchandising in line with Salvos Stores standards
Inspire, coach and develop a team of employees and volunteers
Manage budgets, rosters and wage costs to ensure efficient store operations
Foster strong community connections with local organisations and partners
Create a welcoming and engaging store environment for customers, donors and volunteers
About You
You are a positive, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment and enjoys motivating others to achieve great results.
You will bring:
Retail management experience (essential)
Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills (essential)
Proven leadership experience, with the ability to engage and develop teams
Ability to manage budgets and operational priorities effectively
Experience using Workday HCM (highly regarded)
Alignment with The Salvation Army’s mission and values of integrity, respect, compassion, collaboration and diversity
The Benefits:
We are more than retail. Every sale supports The Salvation Army’s programs, helping thousands of Australians every year. As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as:
Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and Workplace Support Leave (5 days) for 'volunteering’ in Salvos' initiatives.
Staff Store Discount.
No Sunday work - work-life balance!
Access to Fitness Passport and consumer discounts.
Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives.
Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.
How To Apply:
If you’re a motivated retail leader ready to combine sales success with social impact, apply today and join us in making a difference. We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current resume and a cover letter which details your alignment with the requirements of the role.
Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.
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