LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT in DES MOINES, IA S04991

Dollar General; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide retail chain is seeking a Lead Sales Associate in Des Moines, IA. This role is responsible for providing exceptional customer service, operating the cash register, and maintaining the store's organization. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, effective communication skills, and a supervisory experience. Competitive pay and opportunities for career growth are offered in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Six months of supervisory experience preferred.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to perform cash register functions.
• Ability to drive own vehicle for bank deposits.

Responsibilities

• Provide superior customer service leadership.
• Operate cash register and total customer purchases.
• Follow processes to restock and rotate merchandise.
• Clean the store and maintain a tidy environment.

Skills

Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills

Basic math calculations

Knowledge of cash handling procedures

Understanding of safety policies

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE – FT – Des Moines, IA (S04991)

Posted 2 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.

Work Where You Matter – At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient store locations, distribution centers, store support center, or private fleet team, we are proud to provide a wide range of opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we value the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. Join the Dollar General journey and see how your career can thrive.

Company Overview

Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day. by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations.

Job Summary

The Lead Sales Associate helps maintain a clean, well‑organized store with a customer‑first focus. In the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager, the Lead Sales Associate performs the duties of a Sales Associate and acts in a lead capacity.

Duties and Essential Job Functions

• Provide superior customer service leadership; greet and assist customers.
• Operate cash register and scanner to itemize and total customer purchases, collect payment, make change, bag merchandise, and assist customers with merchandise as necessary.
• Follow company work processes to receive, open and unpack boxes, cartons and totes of merchandise; stock merchandise, restock and rotate merchandise on shelves, and build merchandise displays.
• Clean the store; take out trash; dust and mop store floors; clean restroom and stockroom; and help set up sidewalk displays.
• Assist in implementation and maintenance of planograms.
• Open and close the store under specific direction of the Store Manager.
• Perform additional duties typically performed by the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager, in their absence.

Qualifications

• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of safety policies and practices.
• Ability to read and follow planogram and merchandise presentation guides.
• Skill in basic math calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages).
• Ability to perform cash register functions.
• Knowledge of cash, facility, and safety control policies and practices.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures including cashier accountability and deposit control.
• Ability to drive own vehicle to the bank to deposit money.

Work Experience and Education

High school diploma or equivalent. Six months of supervisory experience (or related experience/training) preferred.

Working Conditions

• Frequent walking and standing.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling while running checkout station, stocking merchandise and unloading trucks; may require pushing or pulling rolltainers.
• Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as handheld scanners, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers, two‑wheel dollies, U‑boats, and rolltainers.
• Frequent and proper lifting up to 40 pounds; occasional lifting up to 55 pounds.
• Occasional climbing (using step ladder) up to heights of six feet.
• Fast‑paced environment; moderate noise level.
• Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions.
• Occasional or regular driving/providing own transportation to make bank deposits, attend management meetings and travel to other Dollar General stores.

Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.