Merchandising Assistant Manager

DOLLAR TREE STORES CANADA, INC.; Amherst; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar Tree Stores Canada, Inc. is seeking a Merchandise Assistant Manager in Amherst, NS. You will work with the Store Manager to lead a dynamic team, focusing on merchandising and freight processing to deliver value and vibrant store experiences.

The role emphasizes strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to handle warehousing tasks and customer interactions in a fast-paced retail setting.

Qualifications

• Prior retail and management experience is preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and written skills are required.
• Must be able to lift between 30 and 50 lbs. from floor to above shoulder height and perform related physical tasks.
• Ability to work in a high-energy, team environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all store functions and day-to-day activities.
• Perform opening and closing procedures as needed.
• Protect and secure company assets, including store cash.
• Adhere to all policies and safety guidelines.
• Maintain stockroom and sales floor to company standards.
• Process corporate directives and communications related to store activities.
• Maintain store cleanliness and restocking, including bathrooms.
• Foster a positive, safe, and respectful environment for customers and staff.
• Support the Store Manager with freight flow, stock, and merchandising plans.

Skills

Retail management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Job description

Your Role at Dollar Tree:

As a Merchandise Assistant Manager at Dollar Tree, you’ll join our Store Manager in leading a dynamic team of associates and creating positive experiences for the communities we serve. In this role, you’ll focus on merchandising and processing freight.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with all store functions and day-to-day activities
• Perform opening and closing procedures as needed
• Protect and secure company assets, including store cash
• Adhere to all policies and procedures, including safety guidelines
• Maintain areas of the store, including stockroom and sales floor, to company standards
• Process all corporate directives such as Pull and Hold/Destroy, Task Compliance, Key Survey information requests, and any additional communications related to store activities
• Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness throughout the store, including cleaning and restocking bathrooms, sweeping and mopping floors, taking out the trash, and ensuring all areas are neat and presentable
• Ensure a positive, safe, and respectful environment while maintaining professional and friendly interactions with customers, associates, and leaders
• Other duties as assigned*

In addition, you’ll assist the Store Manager with the following duties as assigned:

• Process the receipt and return of DSD merchandise
• Manage freight flow in accordance with productivity standards
• Order and stock merchandise needs, including frozen & refrigerated, in accordance with productivity standards
• Ensure that the sales floor is sales-effective
• Plan, merchandise, and maintain Clip Strips and Power Panels with sales effective items
• Plan and implement monthly Sales Planners

Your Skills and Experience:

• Prior retail and management experience is preferred
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and written skills are required
• Must be able to lift between 30 and 50 lbs. from floor to above shoulder height and meet demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work in a high-energy, team environment is required

Who We Are:

At Dollar Tree, we make a difference in the lives of our customers every day by exceeding their expectations and delivering value – it’s what our business is built on. Our associates play an important role in this commitment by embracing change and showing up for their teams and their communities. We see an exciting path forward as our company continues to grow and transform – and we know that this path starts with you. At Dollar Tree Canada, we value a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential and the insights and innovation that diverse teams bring. We support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know about any individual accessibility needs throughout the hiring process.

Full time 142 Albion St. South,Amherst,Nova Scotia B4H 2X2 Operations 40339 Dollar Tree