Assistant Store Manager — Lead Operations & Team Growth

Family Dollar; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plans

Educational Assistance

And much more!

Job summary

Family Dollar in Chicago, IL seeks an Assistant Store Manager to support store operations, customer service, and team development. You will assist with daily activities, help customers, and ensure the store looks well-ordered and safe.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, with a focus on delivering excellent customer service and leading Store Associates. Full-time position with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred; ability to read, interpret, and explain operational directives is required.
• Store management experience in retail, grocery, or drug store environment is preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs., frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and written skills are required.
• Ability to work in a high-energy, team environment is required.
• Exceptional customer service, organizational, and communication skills are required.
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with store functions and day-to-day store activities.
• Help customers in a positive, approachable manner and address questions or concerns.
• Organize and transfer merchandise from delivery truck to stockroom to sales floor and maintain seasonal areas.
• Perform opening and closing procedures as needed.
• Process corporate directives and communications related to store activities.
• Maintain promotional effectiveness of store-front fixtures and displays.
• Assist in ordering merchandise, processing damaged merchandise, payroll, scheduling, and cash handling.
• Maintain a well-stocked sales floor and organized stockroom to company standards.
• Protect and secure all company assets, including store cash.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and company policies; supervise and develop Store Associates.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and respectful environment for customers, associates, and leaders.
• Keep bathrooms and store areas clean; restock as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Written skills

Team environment

Customer service

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Family Dollar in Chicago, IL seeks an Assistant Store Manager to support store operations, customer service, and team development. You will assist with daily activities, help customers, and ensure the store looks well-ordered and safe.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, with a focus on delivering excellent customer service and leading Store Associates. Full-time position with benefits and growth opportunities.