Customer-First Retail Associate & Merchandising

Dollar General; Canton (MS); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Store Associate in Canton, MS to greet customers, stock merchandise, and operate the cash register while maintaining planograms and displays. You will help unload trucks, restock, and ensure store cleanliness and safety.

The role supports profitability and teamwork, with emphasis on customer satisfaction and following company policies. High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Qualifications

• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of safety policies and practices.
• Ability to read and follow plan-o-gram and merchandise presentation guidance.
• Knowledge of basic cash handling procedures.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to perform IBM cash register functions.

Responsibilities

• Unload trucks and stock merchandise.
• Receive, open, unpack cartons and totes; store or stock floor.
• Build and rotate merchandise displays.
• Restock recovered merchandise and face shelves.
• Assist customers in locating merchandise.
• Bail cardboard, take out trash, dust and mop floors.
• Greet customers and comply with policies.
• Operate cash register and scanner; bag purchases and collect payments.
• Assist with ordering merchandise using handheld scanners.
• Clean front end and set up sidewalk displays when needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Planogram compliance

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a Store Associate in Canton, MS to greet customers, stock merchandise, and operate the cash register while maintaining planograms and displays. You will help unload trucks, restock, and ensure store cleanliness and safety.

The role supports profitability and teamwork, with emphasis on customer satisfaction and following company policies. High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.