Full Time - Thrift Store Department Manager - Waterloo, IA

Retail Department Manager - One Vision Thrift Store (Waterloo)

Are you ready to lead in retail? One Vision Thrift Solutions is hiring a full-time Department Manager for our Waterloo Thrift Store ! This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a retail environment, enjoys leading a team, and wants to take ownership of store operations, marketing, and social media engagement.

We offer a competitive compensation package , including a sign-on bonus, referral bonus program , excellent benefits (health, dental, life, 401K), paid holidays, and PTO .

Why Join One Vision?

One Vision is a nonprofit organization that supports individuals with disabilities, helping them find meaningful work, homes, and personal independence. Our thrift stores play a vital role in funding these services , meaning your work directly impacts the lives of others.

What You'll Do as a Retail Department Manager

As a hands-on retail leader , you'll:

• Oversee daily store operations while maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.


• Lead and supervise your own team -coaching, training, and motivating staff to meet sales and production goals.


• Drive marketing and social media efforts, building awareness and engagement for the store's promotions, events, and community involvement.


• Ensure exceptional customer service , positive donor interactions, and smooth volunteer experiences.


• Support the Store Manager with scheduling, merchandising, inventory, and performance management.

This isn't just a retail job-it's a chance to make a real impact through leadership, creativity, and community connection .

What We're Looking For

• 1+ year retail sales or customer service experience (required).


• Leadership/management experience strongly preferred-ability to coach and develop team members.


• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.


• Comfortable using social media platforms to promote store events, sales, and community engagement .


• High school diploma or GED (required).


• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing.


• Valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance.

Schedule

• Consistent full-time schedule: Monday-Saturday, 9:00 AM-6:30 PM .


• Closed Sundays and major holidays -enjoy work-life balance while still growing in your career.

Be Part of Something Bigger

When you join the One Vision Thrift Store team, you're not just leading retail operations-you're helping fund life-changing opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

This position is considered a Safety Sensitive Position and is contingent upon a pre-employment background check and drug screen.