OPERATIONS ASSISTANT MANAGER

Dollar Tree Stores; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values your contributions! This role offers the chance to work in a vibrant retail environment where you can assist with store operations and lead a team. Enjoy flexible work schedules and the opportunity to make a real impact in your neighborhood. With a focus on customer satisfaction and teamwork, you'll thrive in a supportive atmosphere that encourages your growth. If you're passionate about retail and ready to take on new challenges, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedules

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 required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with store functions and daily activities as directed.
• Perform opening and closing procedures in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Manage cashiering activities and ensure proper staffing coverage.

Skills

Retail Management Experience

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Lift Merchandise

Teamwork

Job description

Store Dollar Tree

Work where you love to shop! Dollar Tree is hiring in your neighborhood. Avoid long commutes and set your own course to success by applying today.

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

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with all store functions and day-to-day store activities as directed by the Store Manager.
• Perform opening and closing procedures in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Help protect and secure all company assets, including store cash.
• Adhere to policies and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a professional and friendly environment with customers, subordinates, and supervisors.
• Keep all store areas, including the stockroom and sales floor, to company standards, including recovery.
• When the Store Manager is not present, assume direct supervisory responsibility for all hourly associates.
• Process all corporate directives and store communications as delegated by the Store Manager.
• Assist with receipt and return of DSD merchandise, following VIP and DSD policies.
• Ensure proper staffing coverage daily.
• Ensure the sales floor is sales-effective daily.
• Manage cashiering activities to follow cash handling practices and guidelines.
• Optimize promotional displays and store signage.
• Manage seasonal areas for sales effectiveness.
• Coordinate signage and store displays.
• Process damaged merchandise daily.
• Assist in creating weekly schedules.
• Manage store supplies and control expenses.
• Maintain checkout area and merchandise to maximize impulse sales.
• Refill coolers and program racks/displays daily.

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 to our success, which drives us to invest in our people. We provide eligible associates with health and welfare programs, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off, Retirement Plans, and Employee Stock Purchase Program.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended at any time. Incumbents are expected to perform any other duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Dollar Tree is an equal opportunity employer.