About Goodwill 

Changing lives and communities through the power of WORK.
Goodwill Industries is a non-profit social enterprise that provides work opportunities, skills development and employee and family strengthening for those who face barriers such as disability or social disadvantage. The aim is to advance individuals, families and communities toward economic self-sufficiency and prosperity. Goodwill Industries, Ontario Great Lakes, serves communities within south western Ontario, employing close to 600 people, across 22 facilities while serving over 30,000 in the community annually on their journey to work.

What's an Assistant Manager?

Reporting to the Store Manager, the Assistant Manager will aid in overseeing retail and donation centre operations and engage in the ongoing development of people and operations. Broad in scope, this role includes leadership opportunities across all functional areas of our Goodwill store.

We are seeking an individual to start at our London Horton St. location and later progress into opportunities in the western part of our territory-  London, St. Thomas, Woodstock, Tillsonburg, and Strathroy. This position will appeal to a candidate who is interested and excited to grow with Goodwill, and who is interested in and capable of travel within Southwestern Ontario.

What's the role? 

• Set high standards for a strong customer service platform
• Drive a respectful team culture based on open communication, listening and recognition
• Assist in the Management of good processing from intake to final sale in a safe, lean, efficient work environment
• Identify opportunities using key metrics and data analysis
• Partner with the community in a collaborative, positive, embracing manner
• Assist in the meeting of business objectives through solid budgeting and store management
• Build relationships and engage with Logistics, Operations, Human Resources and other internal partners to ensure consistency

Do you fit the part? 

• Do Goodwill's mission, vision and values resonate with you?
• Do you have excellent organizational and communication skills?
• Are you able to lead, coach, empower and develop others in a diverse environment?
• Do you have warehouse, distribution, or material handling management experience?
• Do you have a flexible schedule with high availability, including weekends and evenings?
• Are you a life long learner?
• Do you have basic computer and technology literacy?
• Do you hold a valid drivers license and are available for work-related travel?
• Are you familiar with health & safety legislation within the workplace?

What's in it for you? 

• You will work with a strong and successful organization focused on the growth and development of our teams.
• You will be joining an organization where culture is built on genuine care and concern for inclusion and that celebrates diversity.
• A fun team atmosphere and challenging work environment where you can make a difference
• An opportunity for personal growth and development
• A formal Management Mentorship program
• A competitive compensation package

Please apply directly to be considered for this role using the e-mail address below.

Please apply by 4:30 PM, October 28, 2016 to:
Dianne Sauve
dsauve@goodwillindustries.ca