District Manager

Dollar General; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Job summary

Dollar General seeks an Area Manager to lead all stores within the assigned Des Moines-area region, assuming full P&L responsibility and aligning with company objectives. You will guide store teams, drive area sales, and ensure optimal inventory, staffing, and service levels.

The role requires strong financial acumen, proven retail leadership, and weekly travel in a company vehicle to support operations and growth targets.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of multi-unit retail operations.
• Experience interpreting financial statements and managing budgets.
• Ability to recruit, develop and retain staff across districts.
• Track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead all stores in the assigned area with full P&L responsibility.
• Drive area sales growth and optimize inventory presentation.
• Recruit, train and develop store leaders and teams.
• Ensure consistency with company policies and customer service standards.
• Communicate regional priorities and coordinate with district leadership.
• Travel weekly in company vehicle; manage scheduling and operations.

Skills

Leadership

P&L responsibility

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Team development

Customer service

Strategic planning

Job description

Plan and lead the activities of all stores within the assigned area of operation, including full profit and loss responsibility, while acting within the scope of company objectives and policies to accomplish divisional and regional goals.

DUTIES and ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Lead store teams by ensuring:

• A culture that fosters Dollar General’s mission and values.
• Fair administration of human resources policies & practices.
• Superior customer service through fun, friendly stores.
• Area annual sales growth that meets or exceeds company targets through quality orders and efficient flow processes.
• All tools are effectively utilized in each store and market resulting in superior inventory presentation and management.
• Effective planning & execution of company objectives.
• Maximization of performance & productivity through a commitment to sensible store scheduling.
• Total development of human capital through proactive recruitment, selection and education of employees and customers.
• Protection of company assets through loss prevention and expense efficiencies.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within operational area (i.e., distribution flow improvements, merchandising display efforts, store growth and real estate site selection, recruiting strategy, training and development priorities, employee Relations, customer service, systems implementation, etc.).
• Consistent and effective communication of divisional and regional priorities to store teams.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS:

• Demonstrated results-oriented leadership including the ability to model total development and serve as a steward of Dollar General’s mission and values.
• Demonstrated record of achieving performance goals and objectives.
• Financial analysis skills sufficient to interpret operating statements and other financial reporting data, manage budgets, and control inventory.
• Demonstrated ability to produce desired results by leveraging resources, maintaining tough expense control, managing merchandise effectively, and defining and communicating clear expectations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and leadership skills including a willingness to consistently provide superior customer service, the ability to react appropriately under pressure, and the ability to apply good judgment in ambiguous situations.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work in collaboration with team to achieve objectives in a participative management style.

WORK EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION:

• Four+ years retail management experience with progressively more responsibility, managing multi-unit operations in retail, grocery or convenience store operations with full P&L responsibility.
• “Big-box” retail management and/or equivalent education and experience combination will be considered.

COMPETENCIES:

• Drives results by identifying opportunities to improve performance.
• Works efficiently by planning and organizing work to achieve goals and objectives.
• Focuses on customers by anticipating customer need, overcoming obstacles, and continually striving to improve customer satisfaction.
• Applies effective analytical skills by integrating complex information, while balancing tactical and strategic initiatives.
• Provides effective leadership by maintaining an environment that promotes teamwork and maximizes individual potential.
• Communicates effectively by providing clear and timely communication and demonstrating effective listening skills.
• Demonstrates adaptability by adjusting to changing business priorities.

Note: This position requires weekly travel in a company-provided vehicle with limited overnight stays; a current driver's license and acceptable driving history is required.