Customer-Driven Retail Sales & Merchandising Specialist

Dollar General; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

401(k) Savings Plan

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a store associate to be the point of contact for customers, help with plan-o-grams, stock merchandise, and assist in maintaining a clean and organized store. You will greet customers, operate the checkout, and ensure accurate transactions while protecting company assets.

The role emphasizes teamwork, fast-paced environments, and adherence to company policies, with opportunities to support merchandising and assortment initiatives across the sales floor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to follow plan-o-gram and merchandise presentation guidance.
• Basic math skills and cash handling knowledge.
• Comfort with operating a cash register and scanners.

Responsibilities

• Unload trucks and stock shelves.
• Assist customers in locating merchandise and answering questions.
• Build merchandise displays and rotate stock on shelves.
• Bag purchases and process payments at checkout.
• Maintain store cleanliness and safety standards.
• Follow company policies and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Safety awareness

Plan-o-gram guidance

Cash handling procedures

Basic math skills

IBM cash register proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a store associate to be the point of contact for customers, help with plan-o-grams, stock merchandise, and assist in maintaining a clean and organized store. You will greet customers, operate the checkout, and ensure accurate transactions while protecting company assets.

The role emphasizes teamwork, fast-paced environments, and adherence to company policies, with opportunities to support merchandising and assortment initiatives across the sales floor.