OPERATIONS ASSISTANT MANAGER

Dollar Tree Stores; Willoughby Hills (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking an Operations Assistant Manager to support store operations, assist in hiring and training, and ensure a professional environment. This role offers flexible schedules and generous benefits, making it a great opportunity for those looking to grow in retail management.

Benefits

Health and Welfare Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Qualifications

• Prefer prior retail and management experience.
• Ability to lift, bend, and transport merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all store functions and day-to-day store activities.
• Maintain a professional and friendly environment with customers.
• Assist Store Manager with weekly schedule creation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

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

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 main focus on front-end and sales floor operations. Also assist with hiring, training, and development of store associates as delegated by the Store Manager.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

1. Assist with all store functions and day-to-day store activities as directed by the Store Manager.
2. Able to perform all opening and closing procedures in the absence of the Store Manager.
3. Assist the Store Manager 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 any additional communications related to store activities as delegated by the Store Manager.
9. Assist the Store Manager on receipt and return of DSD merchandise.
10. Follow the 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. Assist in managing sales effectiveness of seasonal store areas.
15. Coordinate appropriate signage in the store.
16. Assist with receipt and return of DSD merchandise and process damaged merchandise daily.
17. Assist Store Manager with weekly schedule creation.
18. Help manage store supplies and control expenses.
19. Assist with merchandising and maintaining checkout area to maximize impulse sales.
20. Ensure coolers and store-front 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. Benefits include 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. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform related duties as required by their supervisor. Dollar Tree is an equal opportunity employer.