Assistant ReStore Manager

Assistant ReStore Manager

Posting Description

The Assistant Manager is responsible for managing the flow of merchandise coming into the store by pricing and stocking new items. They will primarily work on the sales floor and in the ReStore warehouse (non-climate controlled). The working hours for the position are Tuesday-Saturday 9:30am-6:30pm (occasional Mondays as needed). The position will work closely with our staff and volunteers to drive sales, maintain a clean and presentable store, manage pricing, and monitor inventory turnover. The Assistant Manager will supervise 2-3 non-exempt part-time associates in the store as well as numerous volunteers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Sales Floor/Warehouse
* Research and price new items using web searches and general knowledge of the ReStore customer market.
* Ensure that all items are cleaned and repaired before they are sold on the floor.
* Load furniture and other large items into customer vehicles.
* Identify high value goods that can be sold online or through other alternative sales methods.
* Maintain an accurate cash drawer and complete frequent audits.
* Ring up customer purchases using a computerized Point of Sale system.
* Run Deposits to the bank.
* Open and close the store on a daily basis.
* Organize the sales floor to create a presentable appearance for customers.
* Adhere to all ReStore, OSHA, and HFHI safety standards while working in the store.
* Identify goods that need to be marked down or discarded to increase inventory turnover.
* Create a positive customer service atmosphere.
* Resolve customer/donor concerns in collaboration with the ReStore Manager.
* Maintain an organized warehouse and monitor flow of goods arriving and departing.
* Ensure that all customer purchases are picked up within 3 business days.
* Enter new purchased product into the POS system.
* Manage the store in the absence of the Store Manager.

Marketing
* Assist the Store Manager and Logistics Coordinator with social media and online postings.
* Respond to customer inquiries via online platforms.

Volunteers
* Create a welcoming and rewarding work environment for all volunteers.
* Assign tasks and responsibilities to volunteers to help run the store more efficiently.
* Train and orient new volunteers.

Donations
* Serve as a backup driver or rider on the ReStore donation truck when help is needed.
* Load and unload donations from trucks.
* Ensure that staff and volunteers are adhering to donation guidelines when helping donors at the loading dock.
* Assist the Logistics coordinator with screening of donation inquiries.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
* 2-3 part-time ReStore Associates

Note: This is not an exhaustive list. Other duties may be assigned based on organizational need.

Qualifications
* HS Diploma or equivalent
* Valid drivers license with access to personal transportation
* Ability to pass a DOT medical physical
* Ability to lift at least 50lbs on a regular basis.
* Ability to sit, kneel, bend, climb ladders, and stand for long periods of time.
* Ability to pass a lifting demonstration and technical skills test
* Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English required)
* Ability to operate a computerized Point of sale system
* Excellent online search and research skills to price new inventory.
* Excellent customer service skills

WHY WORK AT HABITAT BERGEN
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Mission-driven work with real community impact
Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture
Employee discount at ReStore

HOW TO APPLY
Ready to Build Something Meaningful?
Submit your application by May 15, 2026. We look forward to hearing from you.
Email your resume to: careers@habitatbergen.org with “Assistant ReStore Application” in the subject line.

Salary/Hourly Range
$22-$24 per hour
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About

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry. The purpose and goal of Habitat for Humanity International is to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world, and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action. Habitat invites people of all backgrounds, races and religions to build houses in partnership with families in need. HFHI has an Administrative Headquarters based in Atlanta, Georgia, an Operational Headquarters based in Americus, Georgia and Area Office bases of operations in Manila, Philippines for our Asia and the Pacific work, San Jose, Costa Rica for our Latin American and the Caribbean work, and Bratislava, Slovakia, for our Europe, the Middle East and Africa work.

HFHI is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Function

US Affiliate

Auto req ID

10871BR

Position Category

Affiliate-Opportunity

Position Type

Affiliate

Geographic Location

North America

Location

Westwood, NJ

Affiliate Name

Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County