Customer-First Retail Specialist

Dollar General; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in Hickory, NC is seeking a store associate to act as a friendly point of contact for customers, assist in stocking and merchandising, and operate the checkout to complete sales with accuracy.

You will unload trucks, build displays, greet shoppers, and keep the store clean while following company policies. This role offers a hands-on, fast-paced environment with teamwork at its core.

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 in stock room or on sales floor.
• Build and stock displays; rotate merchandise on shelves.
• Assist customers in locating merchandise and checking out.
• Greet customers and provide assistance as needed.
• Operate cash register and bag purchases; collect payment and give change.
• Assist with ordering merchandise using scanners.
• Keep store clean and maintain front-end and sidewalk displays.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety policies

Plan-o-gram reading

Cash handling

Basic math

IBM cash register functions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Tools

IBM Cash Register

Job description

Dollar General in Hickory, NC is seeking a store associate to act as a friendly point of contact for customers, assist in stocking and merchandising, and operate the checkout to complete sales with accuracy.

You will unload trucks, build displays, greet shoppers, and keep the store clean while following company policies. This role offers a hands-on, fast-paced environment with teamwork at its core.