Lead Retail Associate — Cashier & Merchandising Leader

Dollar General Corporation; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General Corporation in Harlingen, TX is seeking a reliable Cashier/Stocker who can also lead when the Store Manager is absent. You will greet customers, handle transactions, stock shelves, and help maintain plan-o-grams and display setups to maximize sales and customer satisfaction.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and asset protection, with responsibilities ranging from unloading trucks and receiving shipments to cleaning and organizing the store.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures including cashier accountability and deposit control.
• Ability to perform IBM cash register functions.
• Knowledge of cash, facility and safety control policies and practices.
• Effective interpersonal and oral & written communication skills.
• Understanding of safety policies and practices.
• Ability to read and follow plan-o-gram and merchandise presentation guidance.

Responsibilities

• Unload trucks according to the prescribed process for the store.
• Follow company work processes to receive, open and unpack cartons and totes.
• Stock merchandise; rotate and face merchandise on shelves and build merchandise displays.
• Restock returned and recovered merchandise.
• Order zones and drop shipment categories, following prescribed ordering practices, as assigned by the Store Manager.
• Assist in plan-o-gram implementation and maintenance.
• Assist customers by locating merchandise.
• Bail cardboard and take out trash; dust and mop store floors; clean restroom and stockroom.
• Greet customers as they enter the store.
• Maintain register countertops and bags; implement register countertop plan-o-grams.
• Operate cash register and flatbed scanner to itemize and total customer's purchase; bag merchandise.
• Collect payment from customer and make change.
• Clean front end of store and help set up sidewalk displays.
• Help to maintain a clean, well-organized store and facilitate a safe and secure working and shopping environment.
• Provide superior customer service leadership.
• Follow company policies and procedures as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures manual, Employee Handbook, and company communications.
• Open and/or close the store under specific direction of the Area Manager.
• Authorize and sign for refunds and overrides; count register; make bank deposits.
• Assist in maintaining strict cashier accountability, key control, and adherence to company security practices and cash control procedures.
• Monitor cash levels and make appropriate drawer pulls as directed by the Store Manager.
• Monitor cameras for unusual activities (customers and employees), if applicable.
• Supply cashiers with change when needed.
• Complete all required paperwork and documentation according to guidelines and deadlines as assigned.

Skills

Cash handling

Customer service

Plan-o-gram

Stocking merchandise

Loss prevention

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Inventory management

Math calculations

Cash register operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Supervisory experience or related training

Job description

Dollar General Corporation in Harlingen, TX is seeking a reliable Cashier/Stocker who can also lead when the Store Manager is absent. You will greet customers, handle transactions, stock shelves, and help maintain plan-o-grams and display setups to maximize sales and customer satisfaction.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and asset protection, with responsibilities ranging from unloading trucks and receiving shipments to cleaning and organizing the store.