Customer-Driven Retail Sales Associate

Dollar General Corporation; Amherst (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in Amherst, VA is seeking a Sales Associate to assist customers, operate the cash register, stock merchandise, and maintain store cleanliness. You will greet customers, locate items, and ensure accurate checkout and quick service.

This role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Basic math and cash handling are required, with opportunities to grow within the company as you learn our merchandising standards and store processes.

Qualifications

• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• 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

• Provide excellent customer service and greet customers.
• Operate cash register and scanner, total purchases and process payments.
• Unpack, stock, rotate merchandise and build displays.
• Clean the store, take out trash, and assist with sidewalk displays.
• Assist with other duties as assigned by the Store Manager to maximize store profitability and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Cash handling

Customer service

Merchandise stocking

Cash register operations

Planogram compliance

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dollar General in Amherst, VA is seeking a Sales Associate to assist customers, operate the cash register, stock merchandise, and maintain store cleanliness. You will greet customers, locate items, and ensure accurate checkout and quick service.

This role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Basic math and cash handling are required, with opportunities to grow within the company as you learn our merchandising standards and store processes.