Merchandise & Store Operations Lead

Dollar Tree, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Retirement plans with matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Educational Assistance

PerkSpot discount platform

And much more!

Job summary

Dollar Tree, Inc. in Lexington, KY is seeking a Merchandise Assistant Manager to join our store leadership team. You will support the Store Manager in merchandising, freight processing, and daily store operations to deliver positive guest experiences.

This role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to policies, safety, and maintaining clean, organized selling floors while driving sales and efficient freight flow.

Qualifications

• Prior retail and management experience is preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and written skills are required.
• Must be able to lift between 30 and 50 lbs and perform physical tasks as needed.
• Ability to work in a high-energy, team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all store functions and day-to-day activities
• Perform opening and closing procedures as needed
• Protect and secure company assets, including store cash
• Adhere to all policies and procedures, including safety guidelines
• Maintain areas of the store to company standards
• Process corporate directives and communications related to store activities
• Maintain cleanliness and restock as required
• Ensure a positive, safe, and respectful environment for customers and staff
• Other duties as assigned
• Process receipt and return of DSD merchandise
• Manage freight flow and stock needs (including frozen & refrigerated)
• Ensure sales floor is sales-effective and visually merchandised
• Plan, merchandise, and maintain clips and power panels
• Plan and implement monthly Sales Planners

Skills

Retail management

Communication skills

Written communication

Teamwork

Job description

Dollar Tree, Inc. in Lexington, KY is seeking a Merchandise Assistant Manager to join our store leadership team. You will support the Store Manager in merchandising, freight processing, and daily store operations to deliver positive guest experiences.

This role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to policies, safety, and maintaining clean, organized selling floors while driving sales and efficient freight flow.