MERCHANDISE ASSISTANT MANAGER

Dollar Tree Stores; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a forward-thinking retail company where you can thrive in a vibrant work environment. This role offers the chance to engage with customers, manage store operations, and develop your leadership skills. With flexible schedules and generous benefits, including health programs and retirement plans, you can build a fulfilling career while enjoying a supportive workplace. If you're passionate about retail and looking for an opportunity to grow, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Health and Welfare Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Qualifications

• Prior retail and management experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operational tasks and manage store associates.
• Ensure compliance with policies and maintain store standards.

Skills

Retail Management Experience

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Lift 50 lbs

Teamwork

Job description

Store Dollar Tree

Work where you love to shop!

Dollar Tree is hiring in your neighborhood. Avoid long commutes and set your own course to success by applying today.

We offer generous benefits, flexible work schedules, and the ability to work today and get paid tomorrow.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with all operational tasks within the store as delegated by the Store Manager, focusing on front-end and sales floor operations.
• Assist with hiring, training, and developing store associates as delegated by the Store Manager.
• Perform opening and closing procedures in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Help protect and secure all company assets, including store cash.
• Adhere to all policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a professional and friendly environment with customers, subordinates, and supervisors.
• Keep all store areas, including stockroom and sales floor, to company standards, including recovery.
• When the Store Manager is not present, assume direct supervisory responsibility for hourly associates.
• Process all corporate directives and communications related to store activities.
• Assist with receipt and return of DSD merchandise, following VIP and DSD policies.
• Ensure proper staffing coverage daily.
• Help manage cashiering activities, ensuring cash handling practices are followed.
• Manage promotional displays and seasonal areas to maximize sales.
• Coordinate signage and merchandising to enhance store presentation.
• Process damaged merchandise daily.
• Assist with creating weekly staff schedules.
• Help manage store supplies and control expenses.
• Maintain checkout area and store displays to promote impulse sales.
• Ensure coolers and program racks/displays are refilled daily.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Prefer prior retail and management experience.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and written skills.
• Ability to lift, bend, and transport up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a high-energy team environment.

We value our associates' contributions and invest in our people through:

• Health and welfare programs including medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Time Off.
• Retirement Plans.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended at the discretion of Dollar Tree. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform related duties as required by their supervisor.

Dollar Tree is an equal opportunity employer.