OPERATIONS ASSISTANT MANAGER

Dollar Tree, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is hiring Store Associates in Chicago. The role involves assisting with daily store operations, managing cash handling, and ensuring a professional environment. Ideal candidates should have retail experience and strong communication skills. The position offers flexible schedules and generous benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for those looking to grow in a retail environment.

Benefits

Health and welfare programs (medical, pharmacy, dental, vision)

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Qualifications

• Prefer prior retail and management experience.
• Ability to lift and transport merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a high-energy team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all store functions and day-to-day store activities.
• Perform opening and closing procedures in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Help protect and secure all company assets.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

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

1. Assist with all store functions and day-to-day store activities as directed by the Store Manager.
2. Perform opening and closing procedures in the absence of the Store Manager.
3. Help protect and secure all company assets, including store cash.
4. Adhere to all policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
5. Maintain a professional and friendly environment with customers, subordinates, and supervisors.
6. Keep all areas of the store, including the stockroom and sales floor, to company standards, including recovery.
7. When the Store Manager is not on the premises, have direct supervisory responsibility for all hourly associates.
8. Process all corporate directives and communications related to store activities.
9. Assist with receipt and return of DSD merchandise, following VIP and DSD policies.
10. Ensure proper staffing coverage and sales floor effectiveness daily.
11. Manage cashiering activities to follow cash handling practices and guidelines.
12. Coordinate store signage and promotional displays.
13. Manage seasonal store areas and merchandise presentation.
14. Process damaged merchandise daily.
15. Assist with weekly staff scheduling.
16. Help manage store supplies and control expenses.
17. Maintain merchandising and checkout areas to maximize sales.
18. Refill coolers and displays daily, including promotional racks and program items.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Prefer prior retail and management experience.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and written skills.
• Ability to lift 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 their development. Eligible associates receive:

• Health and welfare programs (medical, pharmacy, dental, vision).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Time Off.
• Retirement Plans.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program.

This job description 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 by their supervisor.

Dollar Tree is an equal opportunity employer.