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Thrift Store Manager

Adult & Teen Challenge

Colfax, Iowa

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Business Skills, Customer Experience, Customer Support/Service, Funding, Inventory Control System, Leadership, Merchandising, Operational Control, Operations, Organizational Skills, People Management, Product Pricing, Retail Management, Retail Operations, Revenue Growth, Sales, Stewardship, Team Lead/Manager, Volunteer Management
LOCATION
Colfax, Iowa
POSTED
1 day ago

Sheepgate<\/span><\/b>
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The Thrift Store Manager provides leadership and oversight to Sheepgate’s thrift store operations, ensuring excellence in customer experience, financial stewardship, and mission impact. This role blends retail management, team leadership, and ministry influence, creating an environment where donors, shoppers, volunteers, and students encounter professionalism, purpose, and hope.<\/span>
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The Thrift Store Manager is responsible for all day -to -day operations including sales performance, merchandising, donation intake, staff and volunteer supervision, inventory control, and operational systems. This individual ensures the store runs efficiently, remains clean and organized, and reflects Sheepgate’s values in every interaction.<\/span>
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As one of Sheepgate’s micro -enterprises, the thrift store directly supports life -change for men and women overcoming addiction. The Manager leads with strong business acumen and a ministry heart, developing systems that maximize revenue while fostering a healthy, accountable, and encouraging team culture.<\/span>
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Key Responsibilities<\/span><\/b>
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  • Oversee daily retail operations and store performance<\/span>
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  • Recruit, lead, train, and schedule staff, interns, and volunteers<\/span>
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  • Manage donation flow, pricing strategy, and inventory systems<\/span>
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  • Maintain visual merchandising standards and store cleanliness<\/span>
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  • Monitor financial performance, meet sales goals, and expense control<\/span>
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  • Build strong relationships with donors and community partners<\/span>
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  • Ensure excellent customer service and positive public representation of Sheepgate<\/span>
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  • Support and model Sheepgate’s mission and culture<\/span>
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    Requirements<\/h3>

    Qualifications<\/span><\/b>
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    • Management experience required<\/span><\/b> (retail or thrift management an asset)<\/span>
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    • Proven ability to lead and develop a team<\/span>
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    • Strong organizational and problem -solving skills<\/span>
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    • Ability to balance ministry values with operational excellence<\/span>
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    • Self -motivated, adaptable, and team -oriented<\/span>
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    • Passion for life -change and community impact<\/span>
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      Benefits<\/h3>
      Salary and benefits discussed during interview process.
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Adult & Teen Challenge