OPERATIONS ASSISTANT MANAGER

Dollar Tree Stores; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking an Operations Assistant Manager to oversee daily store operations, assist with hiring and training, and ensure compliance with company policies. The role requires strong communication skills and prior retail experience. Enjoy flexible schedules and generous benefits while working in a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Health and Welfare Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Qualifications

• Prefer prior retail and management experience.
• Ability to lift, bend, and transport merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all store functions and day-to-day activities as directed by the Store Manager.
• Perform opening and closing procedures in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Manage cashiering activities to ensure all cash handling practices & guidelines are followed.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

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We offer generous benefits, flexible work schedules, and the ability to work today and get paid tomorrow.

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 activities as directed by the Store Manager.
• Perform opening and closing procedures in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Assist 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, have direct supervisory responsibility for all hourly associates.
• Process all SSC Corporate directives including Pull and Hold/Destroy, Task Compliance, Key Survey information, requests, and other 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.
• Ensure proper staffing coverage daily.
• Ensure the sales floor is sales-effective daily.
• Manage cashiering activities to ensure all cash handling practices & guidelines are followed.
• Oversee promotional displays and seasonal areas to maximize sales.
• Coordinate signage used in the store.
• Assist with receipt and return of DSD merchandise and process damaged merchandise daily.
• Assist in creating weekly schedules.
• Manage store supplies and control expenses.
• Maintain merchandising and checkout area to maximize impulse sales.
• Refill coolers and store-front displays daily (e.g., balloons, 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 and invest in our people. Benefits include health and welfare programs, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off, Retirement Plans, and Employee Stock Purchase Program.

This job specification is not exhaustive and may be amended. Dollar Tree is an equal-opportunity employer.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Retail