AVL ReStore Assistant Manager

Asheville, NC

Full Time

Manager/Supervisor

Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity’s DEI Commitment affirms housing as a human right and homeownership as a foundation for generational wealth and social mobility. We also acknowledge that “bringing people together” is central to our mission. People with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds are critical to our success. Join our team and help us further our mission of building homes, communities, and hope.

Pay range: $27-$29
Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday with 8 hour shifts varying within the 8:30am-6:15pm timeframe.

GENERAL FUNCTION:
Reporting to the ReStore Manager, the Assistant Manager assists in managing the day to day operations of the Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity (AAHH) ReStore.
Committed to the mission of AAHH, the incumbent will have human relations and managerial skills, general business and sales knowledge, and the ability to oversee the operation and maintenance of the ReStore.
To be successful in this role the right candidate should have strong organization and time management skills, as well as being able to quickly adapt to change and take on new tasks.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Manage all ReStore activities from inventory acquisition through final sale and disposition.
Ensure a safe work and retail environment.
Assist in creating the annual business plan and operating budget for the ReStore.
Manage the supervision and training of ReStore staff and volunteers.
Ensure adequate inventories of merchandise to be sold.
Ensure proper store layout, merchandise displays, and signage.
Oversee sales and marketing strategies that will achieve sales goals.
Control store expenses within budget.
Oversee the maintenance of the ReStore building, exterior grounds, and that all equipment stays safe, clean and attractive.
Assist in record keeping and reports as required.
Manage all shift schedules and vacations to ensure proper staffing levels.
Perform duties as assigned by the General Manager in their absence.
Perform other duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to work with staff and volunteers towards the achievement of department and organizational goals.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Habitat ReStore operations, or similar Retail experience.
Ability to train and supervise staff and volunteers in giving exceptional customer service 100% of the time.
Attention to detail needed for observing ReStore showrooms on a daily basis.
Attendance of HFHI ReStore University 201needed within the first 6 months of work as ReStore Assistant Manager
First Aid, CPR, AED certification recommended.
Fork Truck operator certification recommended.

WORK ENVIROMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The majority of the work is done on the ReStore’s sales floor interacting with ReStore staff, volunteers, and customers.

Must be able to:

Stand or walk on concrete flooring for prolonged time periods.
Bend, lift, grasp, reach, push, and pull materials.
Walk and climb on uneven surfaces, ladders, and stairs.
Label, sort and stock. Occasionally lift up to 50lb.
May be required to work nights or weekends to assist in AAHFH events.

Please read the statement below before applying for the position:

Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Living Wage Certified, Family Forward Certified, Breastfeeding Friendly Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We are committed to providing a safe workspace for all staff and volunteers. All candidates who have received an offer of employment will undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. All candidates also undergo sex offender screening and criminal background check. Criminal background is reviewed on a case-by-case basis considering the severity, timeframe of the offense, and applicability to the responsibilities of the open position.

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