Customer-Focused Sales & Merchandising Associate

Dollar General; Riddle (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is hiring a store associate to act as the primary customer contact and support merchandising programs. You will stock, face shelves, and build displays while assisting customers in locating items and processing purchases at the register.

Typical duties include unloading trucks, stocking merchandise, and ensuring the store complies with policies. This role maintains a fast-paced environment with a focus on teamwork and asset protection.

Qualifications

• Proven customer service skills and ability to assist shoppers.
• Ability to read and follow plan‑o‑gram and merchandising guidance.
• Basic math competencies and cash handling familiarity.
• Comfort with IBM cash register functions and basic POS tasks.
• Safety‑minded approach to store operations and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the point of contact for customers and assist with purchases.
• Set up and maintain plan‑o‑grams and store programs.
• Stock merchandise and rotate items on shelves.
• Build and restock displays; ensure floors are clean and tidy.
• Operate the cash register, process payments, and bag items.
• Assist customers in locating merchandise and answering questions.
• Unload trucks and stock inventory; follow receiving procedures.
• Keep store organized, greet customers, and comply with policies.
• Help with ordering merchandise using scanners as needed.
• Assist with sidewalk displays and front-end setup when required.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Safety awareness

Plan-o-gram adherence

Cash handling

Basic math

IBM cash register

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IBM cash register

Handheld scanners

Job description

Dollar General is hiring a store associate to act as the primary customer contact and support merchandising programs. You will stock, face shelves, and build displays while assisting customers in locating items and processing purchases at the register.

Typical duties include unloading trucks, stocking merchandise, and ensuring the store complies with policies. This role maintains a fast-paced environment with a focus on teamwork and asset protection.