Ace Hardware is hiring: Sales & Warehouse Lead Associate in Kittanning

Join a team where service, teamwork, and community come together. Ace Thrift Supply Kittanning is looking for a friendly, dependable, and customer-focused individual to join our team as a Sales & Warehouse Lead Associate. As a Sales & Warehouse Lead Associate, you'll play a key role in creating a welcoming shopping experience - assisting customers, maintaining store appearance, and supporting daily operations like stocking and loading. Whether you're helping a neighbor find the right product or keeping the sales floor organized, your contribution helps keep the store running smoothly. This is a great opportunity to grow retail skills, contribute to your community, and be part of a team that takes pride in helping customers get their projects done right. Hands-on customer service - Work directly with customers, answer questions, and help neighbors find the right solutions for their projects * Growth from day one - Receive training, product knowledge, and customer service skills that can grow into long-term retail or management opportunities * Pride in wearing the Ace name - Free uniform shirts, vests, and more so you can represent the brand and feel part of the team * Work-life balance - Enjoy rotating weekends off while still being part of a business that serves the community every day Store Operations - Support daily operations including loading customer purchases (e.g., pipe, bagged goods) and facility upkeep * Inventory & Merchandising - Receive deliveries, stock shelves, and organize merchandise for easy shopping. Assist with seasonal resets, promotions, and timely replenishment * Customer Service - Deliver friendly, helpful service by welcoming customers, assisting with product selection, and ensuring a positive shopping experience * Sales Support - Recommend solutions, promote Ace Rewards, and support store sales goals through personalized customer interactions * Teamwork & Communication - Collaborate with teammates and take direction from management to ensure smooth store operations * Learning & Growth - Take part in ongoing training to strengthen product knowledge, service skills, and career development Ability to operate a forklift and other heavy equipment * Strong communication and people skills with a customer-first mindset * Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays * Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks * Basic computer skills and willingness to learn store systems Training and development in retail, sales, and product knowledge * Supportive management and a community-focused workplace * Employee discount, health and dental insurance, paid time off, and more * Trusted local brand with the strength of the Ace Hardware network At Ace Thrift Supply, we go beyond hardware: we build futures, communities, and purpose -- together. Ace Hardware Thrift Supply is your locally owned, community-focused hardware retailer in southwestern Pennsylvania. As part of the Ace Hardware family, we're committed to delivering friendly service, trusted expertise, and quality products every neighbor can rely on. More than a hardware store, we're a place to grow skills, build lasting careers, and make a difference in the community we serve.