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The Salvation Army USA Central Territory

Full Time e-Commerce Specialist

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory, Davenport, Iowa, United States, 52800

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eCommerce Picker - The Salvation Army

Adult Rehabilitation Center

About The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is an international movement and part of the universal Christian church. Our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Our eCommerce operations play a vital role in maximizing the value of donated goods while funding our community services and rehabilitation programs.

About the Role

Join our team as an eCommerce Picker where you'll lead the selection and coordination of high-quality merchandise for online sales across all our store locations. This dynamic role combines product expertise, logistics coordination, and mission-driven work to support The Salvation Army's community programs and rehabilitation services.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the production and selection of all goods for eCommerce sales from multiple store locations

Coordinate eCommerce selection strategies with store managers and personnel across the region

Travel to stores to identify, pull, and pack high-value products for eCommerce shipment with speed and accuracy

Research and evaluate quality and value of premium donated items using PC and mobile technology

Manifest eCommerce merchandise while maintaining strict quality control and accuracy standards

Collaborate closely with Regional Manager to develop innovative strategies that increase eCommerce sales

Attend monthly management meetings and communicate new policies to team members

Oversee preparation and packing of selected materials for warehouse transportation and shipping

Participate in eCommerce meetings, training sessions, and conferences as required

Support The Salvation Army's mission and Adult Rehabilitation Center programs

What You'll Need to Succeed

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience in retail sales preferred

Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with managers and staff

Ability to read and interpret procedures, safety rules, and technical documents

Proficiency with PC operations and Office 365 programs (Word and Excel)

Strong mathematical skills including calculations of rates, ratios, and percentages

Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment

Reliable transportation for multi-store travel requirements

Professional demeanor and commitment to team collaboration

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout store and warehouse environments regularly

Capability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly, and up to 100 pounds occasionally

Manual dexterity for handling merchandise and operating technology

Close and distance vision abilities with focus adjustment capability

Comfort working in varied environments including stores and warehouses with temperature fluctuations

Training and Development

Comprehensive training on eCommerce systems and product evaluation techniques

Ongoing professional development opportunities in retail operations and logistics

Regular strategy sessions with Regional Management team

Access to eCommerce industry conferences and training programs

Working Environment

Work is performed across multiple store and warehouse locations with quiet to moderate noise levels. Environment may include dust and temperature variations based on weather conditions. Travel between locations is a regular requirement of this position.

What Success Looks Like

Consistent identification and selection of high-value merchandise for eCommerce sales

Accurate and efficient coordination between multiple store locations

Strong collaborative relationships with store managers and eCommerce staff

Meeting or exceeding eCommerce sales targets through strategic product selection

Reliable attendance and professional representation of The Salvation Army mission

Effective use of technology for product research and inventory management

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The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people w