Aspiring Store Leader: Retail Ops & Merchandising

Dollar General; Elloree (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General Store in the United States is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to assist the Store Manager with staffing, merchandising, inventory control and daily store operations. This role focuses on developing external candidates for the Store Manager track and will be held for a limited period.

You will help recruit, supervise staff, manage inventory, process shipments, and ensure proper cash handling and store security.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read diagrams, safety rules and procedures manuals.
• Basic math and percentage calculations required.
• Knowledge of cash handling, deposits and cashier accountability.
• Ability to learn IBM cash register functions and generate reports.
• Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
• Familiarity with store security policies and cash control procedures.
• Experience with recruiting, interviewing and hiring processes, including legal compliance.
• Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail with problem-solving ability.
• Some locations may prefer bilingual Spanish speakers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and staffing activities.
• Support merchandising, staging, stocking and pricing according to standards.
• Assist in inventory management, damages, markdowns and paperwork.
• Follow ordering practices to meet in-stock targets.
• Provide customer service leadership.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Participate in store opening and closing activities.
• Ensure secure handling of company funds and deposits.
• Maintain storefront cleanliness and safety for customers and employees.
• Assist in operating store in the manager's absence.
• Review operating statements to identify trends and opportunities.
• Complete all required paperwork on time.

Skills

Reading diagrams and safety rules

Mathematical calculations

Cash handling procedures

IBM POS system

Inventory management

Store security practices

Recruiting/interviewing

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization/attention to detail

Problem solving

Spanish bilingual (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IBM POS system

Job description

Dollar General Store in the United States is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to assist the Store Manager with staffing, merchandising, inventory control and daily store operations. This role focuses on developing external candidates for the Store Manager track and will be held for a limited period.

You will help recruit, supervise staff, manage inventory, process shipments, and ensure proper cash handling and store security.