Merchandising Assistant Manager

Dollar Tree Stores; Eastpointe (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Retirement plans with matching contributions

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Educational Assistance

Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

A leading discount retailer is seeking a Merchandise Assistant Manager in Eastpointe, MI. The role involves leading a team, managing store functions, and ensuring a positive shopping experience. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and some retail management experience is preferred. The position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a dynamic team environment. Benefits include paid time off, retirement plans, and comprehensive health insurance.

Qualifications

• Prior retail and management experience preferred.
• Must be able to meet physical demands of the role.
• Experience in a high-energy environment.
• Strong written communication skills required.

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.
• Maintain cleanliness throughout the store.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to lift 30-50 lbs

Team environment experience

Job description

Your Role at Dollar Tree

As a Merchandise Assistant Manager, you’ll work with the Store Manager to lead a dynamic team and create positive experiences for the communities we serve. Your focus will be on merchandising and processing freight.

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 store areas, including stockroom and sales floor, to company standards.
• Process corporate directives such as Pull and Hold/Destroy, Task Compliance, Key Survey requests, and other communications related to store activities.
• Maintain cleanliness throughout the store, including bathrooms, floors, and general areas.
• Ensure a positive, safe, and respectful environment for customers, associates, and leaders.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Process the receipt and return of DSD merchandise.
• Manage freight flow in accordance with productivity standards.
• Order and stock merchandise needs, including frozen & refrigerated items, per productivity standards.
• Ensure the sales floor is sales‑effective.
• Plan, merchandise, and maintain Clip Strips and Power Panels with sales‑effective items.
• Plan and implement monthly Sales Planners.

Skills and Experience

• Prior retail and management experience preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and written skills required.
• Must be able to lift between 30 and 50 lbs. and meet frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting demands.
• Ability to work in a high‑energy, team environment required.

Perks and Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off
• Retirement plans with matching contributions
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Educational Assistance
• Access to PerkSpot, an employee discount platform for goods and services
• Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance
• And much more!

Who We Are

At Dollar Tree, we make a difference in the lives of our customers each day by exceeding expectations and delivering value. Our associates play an important role in this commitment by embracing change and supporting their teams and communities.

Dollar Tree Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

This job specification is not a contract of employment and may be modified to meet evolving business needs. Employment at Dollar Tree Stores, Inc. is at‑will.