Assistant Store Manager – Lead Retail Team

Dollar Tree Stores; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plans

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Dollar Tree Stores in South Bend, Indiana is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support store operations, customer service and team development. You will help with day-to-day activities, supervise associates, and ensure a safe, welcoming shopping environment.

Key duties include organizing merchandise, assisting with opening and closing, maintaining fixtures, handling payroll and scheduling, and upholding company policies. The role offers growth opportunities in a fast-paced retail setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Store management experience in retail, grocery, or drug store environment is preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs. and meet physical demands (frequent walking, standing, bending).
• 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.
• Help 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 related store communications.
• Maintain promotional fixtures and displays for effectiveness.
• Assist in ordering merchandise, processing damaged merchandise, record keeping (including payroll, scheduling, and cash deposits/receipts), and loss prevention.
• Maintain a well-stocked sales floor and organized stockroom to company standards.
• Protect and secure all company assets, including store cash.
• Adhere to policies and procedures including safety guidelines.
• Help the Store Manager supervise, train, and develop Store Associates.
• Ensure a positive, safe, and respectful environment with customers and staff.
• Keep store clean, restocked, and presentable.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Written skills

Team collaboration

Customer service

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Dollar Tree Stores in South Bend, Indiana is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support store operations, customer service and team development. You will help with day-to-day activities, supervise associates, and ensure a safe, welcoming shopping environment.

Key duties include organizing merchandise, assisting with opening and closing, maintaining fixtures, handling payroll and scheduling, and upholding company policies. The role offers growth opportunities in a fast-paced retail setting.