OPERATIONS ASSISTANT MANAGER

Dollar Tree; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar Tree is seeking a store associate to assist with daily operations and ensure a friendly shopping environment. This role involves supporting the Store Manager, managing cashier activities, and maintaining store standards. We offer flexible schedules and generous benefits, making it a great opportunity for those looking to grow in retail.

Benefits

Health and welfare programs

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Stock purchase programs

Qualifications

• Prefer prior retail and management experience.
• Ability to lift and transport 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.
• Manage cashiering activities and ensure cash handling practices are followed.

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

• 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 all policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a professional and friendly environment with customers, staff, and supervisors.
• Keep all store areas, including the stockroom and sales floor, to company standards, including recovery.
• When the Store Manager is absent, oversee hourly associates.
• Process all corporate directives and store communications.
• Assist with receipt and return of DSD merchandise, following VIP and DSD policies.
• Ensure proper staffing coverage daily.
• Maintain sales effectiveness on the sales floor and seasonal areas.
• Manage cashiering activities and ensure cash handling practices are followed.
• Coordinate signage and merchandising to maximize sales.
• Process damaged merchandise daily.
• Assist with weekly scheduling and manage store supplies and expenses.
• Maintain checkout area and store displays to promote 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 and transport 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 enjoy health and welfare programs, paid time off, retirement plans, and stock purchase programs.

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