OPERATIONS ASSISTANT MANAGER

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Assistant Manager to enhance store performance and ensure a positive shopping experience. This role involves overseeing daily operations, managing staff, and maintaining store standards. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a background in retail management. With a focus on teamwork and customer satisfaction, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic work environment while enjoying flexible schedules and generous benefits.

Benefits

Health and Welfare Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Qualifications

• Prior retail and management experience preferred.
• Ability to lift and transport merchandise up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily store operations and staff management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and safety guidelines.
• Manage cashiering activities and oversee promotional displays.

Skills

Retail Management

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

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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, take 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 communications related to store activities as delegated by the Store Manager.
10. Assist the Store Manager 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 cash handling practices and guidelines are followed.
15. Oversee promotional fixtures and displays for effectiveness.
16. Manage seasonal sales areas.
17. Coordinate signage in the store.
18. Process damaged merchandise daily.
19. Assist with weekly schedule creation.
20. Manage store supplies and expense control.
21. Assist with merchandising and maintaining checkout area for impulse sales.
22. Ensure coolers and displays are refilled 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 specification is not exhaustive and may be amended. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform related duties as required. Dollar Tree is an equal opportunity employer.