MERCHANDISE ASSISTANT MANAGER

Dollar Tree Stores; Olney (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team in a vibrant retail environment. This role offers the chance to work closely with customers while managing store operations effectively. You'll be responsible for various store functions, from assisting the Store Manager to ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for shoppers. With a focus on teamwork and productivity, this position provides opportunities for growth and development. Enjoy generous benefits, flexible schedules, and the satisfaction of contributing to a thriving store. If you thrive in a high-energy environment and are passionate about retail, this could be the perfect fit 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 required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day store activities as directed by the Store Manager.
• Maintain a professional and friendly environment with customers and staff.
• Manage freight flow and stockroom organization.

Skills

Retail experience

Management experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability to lift and transport merchandise

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.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist with all store functions and day-to-day store activities as directed by the Store Manager.
2. Perform opening and closing procedures in the absence of the Store Manager.
3. Assist in protecting and securing all company assets, including store cash.
4. Adhere to all policies and safety guidelines.
5. Maintain a professional and friendly environment with customers, subordinates, and supervisors.
6. Maintain store areas, including the stockroom and sales floor, to company standards, including recovery.
7. When the Store Manager is not on the premises, assume direct supervisory responsibility for all hourly associates.
8. Process all corporate directives, including Pull and Hold/Destroy, Task Compliance, and Key Survey information.
9. Assist with receipt and return of DSD merchandise, following VIP and DSD policies and procedures.
10. Assist in managing freight flow.
11. Meet or exceed productivity standards.
12. Assist in ordering and stocking merchandise, including frozen and refrigerated items.
13. Maintain stockroom organization.
14. Ensure the sales floor is sales-effective daily.
15. Plan, merchandise, and maintain clip strips and power panels with sales-effective items.
16. Plan and implement monthly sales planners.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

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

We value our associates' contributions to our success, which drives us to invest in our people. As we work towards a healthier future, we provide eligible associates with:

• 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.