OPERATIONS ASSISTANT MANAGER

Dollar Tree Stores; Highland (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Assistant Manager to enhance store operations and contribute to a positive shopping experience. This role involves assisting the Store Manager with daily tasks, supervising associates, and ensuring compliance with company policies. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic retail environment, showcasing strong communication and leadership skills. With generous benefits and flexible schedules, this is an exciting opportunity to grow within a supportive team. Join a company that values its associates and offers a pathway to 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 are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all store functions and daily activities as directed by the Store Manager.
• Maintain a professional environment with customers and staff.

Skills

Retail Management Experience

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Ability to Lift 50 lbs

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

Responsibilities include assisting with all operational tasks within the store as delegated and assigned by the Store Manager, focusing 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

1. Assist with all store functions and daily 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 and safety guidelines.
5. Maintain a professional and friendly environment with customers, subordinates, and supervisors.
6. Maintain all areas of the store, including the stockroom and sales floor, to company standards, including recovery.
7. When the Store Manager is not on premises, have direct supervisory responsibility for all hourly associates.
8. Process all SSC Corporate directives including Pull and Hold/Destroy, Task Compliance, and Key Survey information.
9. Handle requests and other communications related to store activities as delegated by the Store Manager.
10. Assist with receipt and return of DSD merchandise.
11. Follow VIP and DSD Policies and Procedures.
12. Ensure proper staffing coverage daily.
13. Ensure the sales floor is sales-effective daily.
14. Manage cashiering activities to ensure all cash handling practices & guidelines are followed.
15. Oversee promotional displays and store-front fixtures.
16. Manage seasonal areas and signage in the store.
17. Process damaged merchandise daily.
18. Assist in creating weekly schedules.
19. Manage store supplies and expense control.
20. Assist with merchandising and maintaining checkout areas to maximize impulse sales.
21. Refill coolers and store-front displays daily (e.g., balloons, sunglasses, batteries).

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

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

We value our associates' contributions, which drives us to invest in our people. We offer health and welfare programs, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off, Retirement Plans, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended at any time by Dollar Tree. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform related duties as required by their supervisor. Dollar Tree is an equal opportunity employer.