OPERATIONS ASSISTANT MANAGER

Dollar Tree Stores; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Assistant Manager to support daily store functions and enhance customer experience. This role involves assisting with hiring, training, and managing store associates while ensuring compliance with company policies. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses strong communication skills, and is ready to lead a team. With generous benefits and flexible schedules, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a company that values its associates and their contributions. Join a dynamic team where your efforts will directly impact store success!

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 daily store operations and activities.
• Supervise hourly associates in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Manage cashiering activities and ensure cash handling practices.

Skills

Retail Management Experience

Strong Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Lift 50 lbs

Teamwork

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Responsible for assisting with all operational tasks within the store as delegated and assigned by the Store Manager, with a main focus on front-end and sales floor operations. Also assist with hiring, training, and developing store associates as delegated by the Store Manager.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist with all store functions and day-to-day store activities as directed by the Store Manager
• Perform all opening and closing procedures in the absence of the Store Manager
• Assist the Store Manager in protecting and securing all company assets, including store cash
• Adhere to all policies and procedures including safety guidelines
• Maintain a professional and friendly environment with customers, subordinates, and supervisors
• Maintain all areas of the store, including the stockroom and sales floor, to company standards, including recovery
• When the Store Manager is not on the premises, assume direct supervisory responsibility for all hourly Associates
• Process all SSC Corporate directives including Pull and Hold/Destroy, Task Compliance, Key Survey information requests, and any additional communications related to store activities as delegated by the Store Manager
• Assist the Store Manager with receipt and return of DSD merchandise, following VIP and DSD Policies and Procedures
• Assist the Store Manager in ensuring proper staffing coverage daily
• Assist in managing cashiering activities to ensure all cash handling practices & guidelines are followed
• Support promotional effectiveness of store fixtures and displays
• Manage seasonal areas to maximize sales
• Coordinate signage used in the store
• Assist with receipt and return of DSD merchandise and daily processing of damaged merchandise
• Assist Store Manager with weekly scheduling
• Help manage store supplies and control expenses
• Assist with merchandising and maintaining checkout area to boost impulse sales
• Ensure coolers and store-front displays are refilled daily (e.g., balloon program, sunglasses, batteries)

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

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

We value our Associates' contributions, which drive us to invest in our people. Eligible associates receive health and welfare programs (medical, dental, vision), Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off, Retirement Plans, and Employee Stock Purchase Program.

This job specification 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. Dollar Tree is an equal opportunity employer.