Position overview
Permanent, full‑time position available at Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd (SATCoL). The vacancy will close in 11 days at 23:59 BST.
Key responsibilities
* Run a large‑format donation centre (≈8,000 sq ft) handling up to 10 tonnes of donated goods per week.
* Generate new donations by building strong local relationships, using social media creatively, and designing engaging promotions and events.
* Lead a diverse team, mainly volunteers, inspiring, coaching and developing a culture where everyone feels valued and motivated.
* Balance operational oversight with creativity, community engagement and commercial drive to grow income and impact.
* Recruit, maintain and support a bank of skilled volunteers for sorting, repairing and up‑cycling items, ensuring high‑quality service for donors and customers.
* Establish links with local businesses, Salvation Army Corps and individuals to provide donations and volunteer time.
* All managers and centre managers will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS Check.
Qualifications
* Resilient, supportive, caring, hands‑on and enthusiastic.
* Positive attitude in delivering exceptional customer service.
* Pride in maintaining high standards for all operations.
* Dynamic leadership style with an appetite for success.
* Passionate about developing people and fostering teamwork.
* Excellent ideas for partnerships to deliver re‑use and repair services, with knowledge of local connections.
* Strong interest in the environment and sustainability.
* Engaging personality with a desire to succeed and be the best you can be.
Benefits
* Annual leave: starting at 26 days plus bank holidays; option to purchase an extra week.
* Virtual GP Service: phone consultations 24 h day, 7 days week; video consultations 8 am–10 pm.
* Defined Contribution pension scheme, company doubles contributions up to 6 % plus life assurance of 3× salary.
* Company sick pay from end of probation, increasing during employment.
* 25 % discount on all full‑priced products sold by SATCoL.
* Commitment to wellbeing and a supportive work environment.
Equal opportunity
We are an equal‑opportunity employer and welcome applications from all sectors. Please note that the advert may close sooner than the listed date due to high demand.
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