Perishable Department Lead: Fresh Produce & Dairy

Dollar General; Pryor Creek (OK); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Perishable Department Lead to manage produce, meat, dairy, bakery and related operations in Pryor Creek, OK. You will work under the Store Manager to ensure inventory accuracy, compelling displays, customer service, and safe, compliant store conditions.

The role emphasizes training assigned associates in perishable handling, stock rotation, pricing standards, and adherence to SOPs, with focus on minimizing markdowns and ensuring freshness across all perishables.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred with retail supervision exposure.
• Experience reading diagrams, safety rules, and SOPs.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures and deposit control.
• Ability to learn cash register functions and generate reports.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in safeguarding store assets and cash controls.
• Manage perishable departments including inventory, pricing, and presentation.
• Train associates on proper stocking, rotation and freshness standards.
• Record perishable markdowns and analyze causes to reduce recurrences.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation standards and safety rules.

Skills

Cash handling

Inventory management

Customer service

Safety procedures

Plan-o-gram

Communication

Math calculations

Training

Leadership

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Retail supervisory experience

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a Perishable Department Lead to manage produce, meat, dairy, bakery and related operations in Pryor Creek, OK. You will work under the Store Manager to ensure inventory accuracy, compelling displays, customer service, and safe, compliant store conditions.

The role emphasizes training assigned associates in perishable handling, stock rotation, pricing standards, and adherence to SOPs, with focus on minimizing markdowns and ensuring freshness across all perishables.