District Manager

dollartree; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plans

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Family Dollar is seeking a District Manager to lead 15+ store teams across the district, driving sales, service, and profitability while upholding safety and compliance. You will coach store managers, recruit leaders, and ensure consistent execution of merchandising and operations.

Expect frequent travel up to 50% in the Charlotte area. Required are a high school diploma or GED (bachelor’s preferred) and strong leadership, communication, and HR skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to build a high-performing team.
• Ability to analyze, organize and drive results with business acumen.
• Experience in HR and asset protection is a plus.
• Retail district leadership experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead 15+ store teams across the district to meet sales and service goals.
• Drive profitability and manage district budgets and expenses.
• Coach store managers to achieve objectives and develop talent.
• Oversee merchandising, operations, and program execution across stores.
• Foster an inclusive, teamwork-oriented environment with open communication.
• Source, recruit, hire, and develop district leadership.
• Maintain safety, compliance, and regular audits across the district.
• Travel up to 50% with occasional overnight stays.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office

Budgeting

Recruiting

Coaching

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

District Manager

We’re seeking a District Manager to join our team to lead at least 15 store teams across the assigned area. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Drive the success and profitability of stores while ensuring outstanding customer service and a safe, compliant work environment
• Oversee the execution of merchandising, operations, and expense control programs
• Lead, coach, and mentor store managers to meet and exceed business objectives
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive environment, promoting teamwork and open communication
• Source, recruit, hire, and develop store managers within the district to build a high-performing team
• Drive sales, profitability, and expense management to meet company goals, as well as develop and fulfill short- and long-term objectives
• Implement established processes and programs, ensuring operational consistency across the district
• Promote a culture of safety and compliance, conducting regular audits as needed
• Manage operational budgets and optimize store performance
• Ensure a positive, safe, and respectful environment while maintaining professional and friendly interactions with customers, associates, and leaders
• Champion a customer-first mindset across the district, setting high and consistent standards
• Travel up to 50% of the time with occasional overnight stays to support and oversee store operations across the district

Skills and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred
• Valid Driver’s License is required
• At least 5 years retail experience with at least 2 years of multi-store experience is required
• Strong leadership and motivational skills along with the ability to build an effective team is required
• Ability to analyze, organize and present information and focus on results is required
• Strong business acumen and communication skill are required
• Human resources and asset protection skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Process management skills
• Ability to work in Microsoft Office is required
• Ability to regularly lift up to 55 lbs. from floor to above shoulder height is required
• Ability to handle frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting

Perks and Benefits:

We offer a wide variety of rewards to support your health, wealth, and mental well-being. In addition to medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance, we offer:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plans
• Educational Assistance

And many more!

Family Dollar is an equal opportunity employer committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. This is not to be considered a complete list of job duties, which appear in the job description for this position, and which may be amended from time to time at the discretion of Family Dollar. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by their supervisor.

Please note, this job description is not a contract of employment and may be modified to meet evolving business needs. Employment at Family Dollar is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment

Full timeCharlotte, North CarolinaFLDNCFamily Dollar

We are required to obtain specialized licenses for those of our stores that sell alcohol and/or tobacco. As a manager, you may be required by the local jurisdiction where a store is situated to provide certain detailed background information necessary to obtain a license to sell alcoholic beverages / tobacco products. Failure to comply and/or qualify for such license can lead to demotion or separation of employment.