Customer-First Retail Sales Associate

Dollar General; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a store associate to assist customers, stock shelves, and maintain plan-o-gram layouts. You will operate the register, handle payments, and help with merchandise orders using handheld scanners.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills and attention to safety policies in a fast-paced retail environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to stand for long periods, lift up to 40 pounds, and work as part of a team to ensure a clean,

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 and unpack cartons; stock on shelves or store room.
• Build merchandise displays and rotate stock.
• Assist customers in locating items and checkout.
• Operate cash register and bag purchases; handle payments.
• Assist with ordering merchandise using scanners.
• Maintain store cleanliness and sidewalk displays as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Plan-o-grams

Cash handling

Basic math

IBM cash register functions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld scanners

Pricing guns

Two-wheel dollies

Rolltainers

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a store associate to assist customers, stock shelves, and maintain plan-o-gram layouts. You will operate the register, handle payments, and help with merchandise orders using handheld scanners.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills and attention to safety policies in a fast-paced retail environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to stand for long periods, lift up to 40 pounds, and work as part of a team to ensure a clean,