OPERATIONS ASSISTANT MANAGER

Dollar Tree Stores; Loudonville (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Assistant Manager to support store operations and enhance customer satisfaction. This role involves overseeing daily activities, assisting in hiring and training, and ensuring compliance with company policies. You will play a crucial role in maintaining store standards and managing staff effectively. This position offers generous benefits and flexible schedules, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to grow in a dynamic retail environment. Join a team that values your contributions and invests in your future!

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 required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all store functions and day-to-day activities.
• Maintain a professional and friendly environment with customers.
• Manage cashiering activities and ensure cash handling practices.

Skills

Retail Management Experience

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Lift 50 lbs

Job description

Join to apply for the OPERATIONS ASSISTANT MANAGER role at Dollar Tree Stores.

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.

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

1. Assist with all store functions and day-to-day activities as directed by the Store Manager.
2. Perform all opening and closing procedures in the absence of the Store Manager.
3. Assist in protecting and securing all company assets, including store cash.
4. Adhere to all policies and procedures, including 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 the premises, have direct supervisory responsibility for all hourly associates.
8. 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.
9. Assist the Store Manager in the receipt and return of DSD merchandise.
10. Follow VIP and DSD policies and procedures.
11. Assist the Store Manager in ensuring proper staffing coverage daily.
12. Assist in managing cashiering activities to ensure all cash handling practices & guidelines are followed.
13. Oversee promotional effectiveness of store fixtures and displays.
14. Manage sales effectiveness of seasonal store areas.
15. Coordinate appropriate signage in the store.
16. Assist with the receipt and return of DSD merchandise and process damaged merchandise daily.
17. Assist Store Manager with creating weekly schedules.
18. Help manage store supplies and control expenses.
19. Assist with merchandising and maintaining checkout areas to maximize impulse sales.
20. 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 and invest in our people. Eligible associates receive 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 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.