Aspiring Store Manager - Lead Merchandising & Operations

Dollar General Corporation; Keytesville (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General seeks a Store Manager Candidate to assist in supervising staff, merchandising, inventory, and all store processes. The role supports the Store Manager and is designed for development toward the Store Manager position, with responsibilities spanning opening/closing, cash controls, and daily operations.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and retail exposure, strong organizational skills, and the ability to recruit, train, and coach team members, while ensuring

Qualifications

• Candidates should be able to read and interpret documents and safety instructions.
• Must be able to perform basic math calculations and percentages.
• Familiarity with cash handling procedures, cashier accountability, and deposit controls.
• Experience with IBM POS systems and generating reports.
• Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
• Familiar with safety and cash control policies (deposits, keys, secure areas).
• Experience recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and coaching staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; detail-oriented and organized.
• Spanish bilingual abilities may be preferred in some locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and staffing activities.
• Assist with store merchandising and stock presentation according to store guidelines.
• Help manage inventory, perform damages, markdowns, and cycle counts.
• Follow ordering practices to meet in-stock targets.
• Provide customer service leadership and model company policies.
• Participate in opening/closing procedures and store operations.
• Help ensure cash handling integrity and security practices.
• Maintain clean, safe store environment and proper paperwork.

Skills

Cash handling

Inventory management

IBM registers

Recruiting & staffing

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Problem solving

Spanish bilingual

Reading documents

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IBM cash registers

Pricing guns

Job description

Dollar General seeks a Store Manager Candidate to assist in supervising staff, merchandising, inventory, and all store processes. The role supports the Store Manager and is designed for development toward the Store Manager position, with responsibilities spanning opening/closing, cash controls, and daily operations.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and retail exposure, strong organizational skills, and the ability to recruit, train, and coach team members, while ensuring