Customer-Focused Sales & Merchandising Associate

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

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a store associate to act as the primary contact for customers and to support plan-o-grams, stocking, and display setups. You will help keep shelves stocked, assist shoppers, and handle cashier duties with accuracy and care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, store cleanliness, and adherence to safety policies; prior retail exposure is a plus. This position offers opportunities across store operations and customer service functions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Good interpersonal and verbal communication required.
• Ability to read and follow plan-o-gram guidance.
• Basic cash handling and math skills.
• Familiarity with IBM cash register functions.

Responsibilities

• Unload trucks.
• Receive, open and unpack cartons; stock etc.
• Build merchandise displays.
• Stock merchandise; rotate and face shelves.
• Restock recovered merchandise.
• Assist customers by locating merchandise.
• Greet customers and operate cash register; bag merchandise.
• Collect payment and make change.
• Assist with ordering merchandise using handheld scanners.
• Clean front end of store and sidewalk displays when needed.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety policies

Plan-o-grams guidance

Cash handling

Basic math

IBM cash register

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 act as the primary contact for customers and to support plan-o-grams, stocking, and display setups. You will help keep shelves stocked, assist shoppers, and handle cashier duties with accuracy and care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, store cleanliness, and adherence to safety policies; prior retail exposure is a plus. This position offers opportunities across store operations and customer service functions.