Perishable Department Lead: Freshness, Inventory & Team

Dollar General; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in Huntsville, AL seeks a Perishable Department Manager to oversee Produce, Fresh Meat, Dairy, and Bakery sections, ensuring inventory integrity, attractive merchandising, and quality customer service. The role emphasizes safe operations and adherence to food handling rules.

You will lead associates in stocking, rotation, pricing, and loss prevention while maintaining high standards of sanitation and compliance. Prior retail leadership is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform basic math operations (add/subtract/percentages).
• Knowledge of cash handling, cashier accountability and deposits.
• Experience operating a cash register and POS systems.
• Understanding of safety policies and perishable handling regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain correct perishable stock levels based on store volume.
• Train associates in proper presentation, freshness and pricing standards.
• Assist in scheduling coverage and staffing decisions.
• Ensure proper stocking, rotation and sanitation of perishable areas.
• Record and analyze perishable markdowns to prevent recurrence.
• Support Store Manager with store operations and customer service.

Skills

Inventory management

Cash handling procedures

Cash register operations

Perishable product knowledge

Plan-o-gram interpretation

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dollar General in Huntsville, AL seeks a Perishable Department Manager to oversee Produce, Fresh Meat, Dairy, and Bakery sections, ensuring inventory integrity, attractive merchandising, and quality customer service. The role emphasizes safe operations and adherence to food handling rules.

You will lead associates in stocking, rotation, pricing, and loss prevention while maintaining high standards of sanitation and compliance. Prior retail leadership is preferred.