Job Posting

Full Time Manager at Mission Thrift Store Cobourg, Ontario

BFM Foundation (Canada) is a national Christian organization with over 50 Mission Thrift Stores across Canada. The
net revenue from all Mission Thrift Stores is devoted to the Joint Ministry of BFM Foundation (Canada) and Bible
League Canada. These funds are used to establish adult and children’s literacy programs, church planter training and
distribute Bibles in many places around the world. The stores are operated primarily by dedicated volunteers.

As a result of the upcoming retirement of Sharon Bridge, our much esteemed and loved Store Manager, Mission
Thrift Store Cobourg is currently seeking a full-time Manager who understands and supports the vision and purpose
of BFM Foundation (Canada). The ideal candidate will have strong relational qualities, be able to train and lead
volunteers to effectively operate the store. The Manager needs to be vibrant, passionate and have an
entrepreneurial spirit. The right candidate must understand the needs and wants of a thrift store customer and
deliver exceptional customer service, understand inventory control, pricing, health and safety regulations,
delegating, motivating, marketing and financial management. Since our store opened in 2015, and then expanded
to 15,000 sq. ft., Cobourg Mission Thrift Store has contributed over $800,000.00 to the BFM/BLC Joint Ministry.

Required Commitment

• Follower of Jesus Christ who wholeheartedly subscribes to the BFM Foundation’s Statement of Faith and

Lifestyle and Morality Policy

• In fulfilling your responsibilities, you will be required to pray with people who work or volunteer for Mission

Thrift Stores. This may include, but is not limited to opening in prayer at Mission Thrift Store Board and/or
Staff Meetings, Mission Thrift Store events, BFM Foundation (Canada) Annual Conference.

• A love for Bible-based ministry in Canada and around the world.
• Cultural, economic and environmental sensitivity
  

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Understand retail sales, leadership and management principles as they relate to non-profit/ voluntary

Experience: Management experience in a retail setting; experience with non-profit/ voluntary sector would be
considered an asset.

Location: Cobourg is a lakeside community (population 20,500) located on the north shore of Lake Ontario halfway
between Toronto and Kingston. Cobourg has been recognized multiple times by MoneySense Magazine as "One of

Canada's Best Places to Live" in populations under 25,000. You'll find our Town a great place to not only live, but to
work and raise a family.

Working Conditions: The Manager will be working in a retail / office environment and would be responsible for the
thrift store operation, which includes assigning and monitoring a team of volunteers. The Manager will be required
to work days, some weekends, and must be available to attend regular Board meetings with the Directors.

Salary Expectations: Remuneration will be commensurate with experience. You may include your salary
expectations. Only those considered for interviews will be contacted.

If you feel you have the passion and skill set that would help to advance the purpose of Mission Thrift Store
Cobourg, we look forward to hearing from you!

Please submit your resume by January 15, 2023 by email to
Cobourg_chair@missionthriftstore.com.

*Full Job Description available upon request

BFM (Cobourg) Enterprises Society welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request
for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.