Merchandising Assistant Manager — Store Ops & Freight Lead

Dollar Tree, Inc.; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Retirement plans with matching-contrib

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Educational Assistance

Access to PerkSpot

Job summary

Dollar Tree, Inc. in Belleville, IL is seeking a Merchandise Assistant Manager to join the Store Manager in guiding a dynamic team and delivering positive community experiences.

The role focuses on merchandising, freight processing, and safeguarding store assets while upholding safety and company standards. The ideal candidate has prior retail and management experience, strong communication, and the ability to work in a high-energy team environment.

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 is 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
• Adhere to all policies and procedures, including safety guidelines
• Maintain areas of the store, including stockroom and sales floor, to company standards
• Process all corporate directives related to store activities
• Maintain cleanliness throughout the store and restock as needed
• Ensure a positive, safe, and respectful environment for customers and staff
• Process receipt and return of DSD merchandise
• Manage freight flow and stock merchandise to productivity standards
• Ensure sales floor is sales-effective
• Plan and maintain Clip Strips and Power Panels with sales items
• Plan and implement monthly Sales Planners

Skills

Retail management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Dollar Tree, Inc. in Belleville, IL is seeking a Merchandise Assistant Manager to join the Store Manager in guiding a dynamic team and delivering positive community experiences.

The role focuses on merchandising, freight processing, and safeguarding store assets while upholding safety and company standards. The ideal candidate has prior retail and management experience, strong communication, and the ability to work in a high-energy team environment.