What are the responsibilities and job description for the Thrift Store Manager position at Mission Ministries Alliance?
About Mission Ministries Alliance:
Mission Ministries Alliance is a non-profit, peer-led organization dedicated to ending homelessness and supporting individuals through housing stabilization, recovery, and connection. Our Thrifting for a Purpose store supports our mission by providing affordable goods to the community, workforce development opportunities, and essential items to individuals transitioning into housing.
Position Summary:
The Thrift Store Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Thrifting for a Purpose store, ensuring an excellent customer experience while advancing the mission of Mission Ministries Alliance. This role includes marketing and promotions, volunteer recruitment and coordination, donation management (including pickups), inventory control, and creating a welcoming, mission-centered environment for shoppers, donors, and volunteers.
Key Responsibilities:
Operations & Store Management
- Oversee the daily operations of the thrift store, including opening and closing duties
- Maintain clean, organized, and attractive store displays
- Implement pricing guidelines and ensure all merchandise is appropriately tagged
- Monitor and manage inventory, ensuring high turnover of items
Marketing & Community Engagement
- Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote store visibility and increase sales
- Create and manage social media content, store promotions, and seasonal sales
- Represent Mission Ministries Alliance positively in the community and foster partnerships
Volunteer Recruitment & Supervision
- Recruit, train, and schedule volunteers to assist with store operations
- Foster a positive, team-oriented atmosphere that reflects the values of the organization
- Provide ongoing support and recognition to volunteers
Donation Management
- Coordinate donation drop-offs and pickups in the community
- Evaluate and sort donated items for quality and resale potential
- Build relationships with regular donors and promote a culture of generosity
Mission Integration
- Ensure the store environment reflects the mission and values of Mission Ministries Alliance
- Treat all customers, volunteers, and donors with dignity, compassion, and respect
- Provide workforce training and support to program participants when applicable
Qualifications:
- Previous retail or thrift store management experience preferred
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
- Proficiency with social media platforms and basic marketing tools
- Comfortable driving a vehicle for donation pickups (valid driver's license required)
- Passion for serving others and alignment with the mission of Mission Ministries Alliance
- Ability to lift and move moderately heavy items
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $38,819.00 - $45,760.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- Marion, NC 28752 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $38,819 - $45,760