Customer-Centric Sales Associate | Cashier & Merchandising

Dollar General; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage options

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid sick leave

Vacation

Paid maternity and parental leave

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Sales Associate to be the primary contact for customers, helping them locate and purchase merchandise, operate the cash register, stock shelves, and maintain store cleanliness.

The role supports store profitability and customer satisfaction while protecting company assets. A high school diploma is preferred; expect standing, walking, and occasional heavy lifting in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills are essential.
• Understanding of safety policies and practices.
• Ability to read and follow planogram and merchandise presentation guides.
• Knowledge of basic cash handling procedures.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to perform cash register functions.
• Ability to stock merchandise.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers with inquiries and purchases.
• Operate cash register, scan items, collect payment, and provide change.
• Unpack, stock, restock, and rotate merchandise on shelves; build displays.
• Clean the store, manage trash, and support sidewalk displays.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Safety policies

Planogram adherence

Cash handling procedures

Basic mathematics

Cash register functions

Stock merchandise

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld scanners

Pricing guns

Rolltainers

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a Sales Associate to be the primary contact for customers, helping them locate and purchase merchandise, operate the cash register, stock shelves, and maintain store cleanliness.

The role supports store profitability and customer satisfaction while protecting company assets. A high school diploma is preferred; expect standing, walking, and occasional heavy lifting in a fast-paced environment.