Customer-Focused Retail Sales & Merchandising

Dollar General; Mount Carmel (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in Illinois seeks a store associate to serve customers, stock merchandise, follow plan‑o‑grams, and maintain displays.

You will operate the cash register, help customers locate items, unload trucks, and keep the store clean and safe. This role requires basic math, good communication, and reliability in a fast-paced retail environment.

High school diploma preferred; ability to lift up to 40 pounds; comfortable with handheld scanners and basic store duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and follow plan-o-gram and merchandise presentation guidance.
• Basic math and cash handling familiarity.
• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of safety policies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Unload trucks and stock merchandise in the sales floor/stock room.
• Build and rotate merchandise displays.
• Assist customers by locating items and answering questions.
• Operate cash register and process payments; bag items and give change.
• Follow company policies and maintain store cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Cash handling

Plan‑O‑gram understanding

Basic math

IBM cash register

Safety policies

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld scanner

Cash register system

Job description

Dollar General in Illinois seeks a store associate to serve customers, stock merchandise, follow plan‑o‑grams, and maintain displays.

You will operate the cash register, help customers locate items, unload trucks, and keep the store clean and safe. This role requires basic math, good communication, and reliability in a fast-paced retail environment.

High school diploma preferred; ability to lift up to 40 pounds; comfortable with handheld scanners and basic store duties.