eCommerce Associate Position
The Salvation Army - Making a Difference in Your Community
Cicero, IL
Pay Rate: $17/Hour
About Us
The Salvation Army is an international movement and evangelical 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. Through our eCommerce operations, we extend our reach to serve more communities while supporting our vital community programs.
Join our dynamic eCommerce team as a General eCommerce Associate, where you'll play a crucial role in our online retail operations. This position offers an exciting blend of digital commerce, product curation, and mission-driven work that directly supports our community programs.
What You'll Do
- Curate and process high-quality merchandise for our online platforms
- Capture professional product photography using studio equipment
- Create detailed, engaging product listings on eBay and other platforms
- Handle customer inquiries with care and professionalism
- Process orders and ensure optimal packaging for shipping
- Participate in authentication processes for designer items
- Maintain organized workspace and inventory systems
- Contribute to meeting department productivity goals
What You'll Need
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Strong English communication skills (written and verbal)
- Basic computer proficiency with willingness to learn new systems
- Attention to detail and quality focus
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Physical capability to handle merchandise (up to 50 lbs regularly)
- A good attitude
Preferred Experience:
- Previous eCommerce or retail experience (eBay, Amazon)
- Experience with photography and basic photo editing
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
- Background in social service or faith-based organizations
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Capability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly (occasionally up to 100 lbs)
- Manual dexterity for packaging and handling merchandise
- Visual acuity for detailed photography and product inspection
Qualifications
What We Offer
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- Competitive pension plan
- 403(b) retirement savings plan (immediate eligibility)
- Voluntary life insurance options
- Generous paid time off:
- Vacation days (accrual starts immediately)
- Sick leave with discretionary days
- Personal days and floating holidays
- Paid holidays with immediate eligibility
Professional Growth
- Comprehensive systems training
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Supportive team environment
Work Environment
- Mixed office and warehouse setting
- Temperature-controlled environment
- Modern equipment and systems
- Collaborative team atmosphere
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 without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services.
Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code.
By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country.
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
