Perishable Department Lead & Inventory Manager

Dollar General; Hickman (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Store Associate/Supervisor for the Perishable Departments including produce, dairy, meats, and bakery to assist the Store Manager in inventory, merchandising, and customer service. This role emphasizes safe handling, policy adherence, and staff training.

Applicants should have strong cash handling, organizational skills, and knowledge of perishable goods to ensure quality presentation and inventory integrity across all perishables.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or strongly preferred.
• At least 1 year of retail experience and 6 months of supervisory experience preferred.
• Attainment of required local and state food handling certifications, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in maintaining perishable stock levels based on store volume.
• Train associates in proper freshness, presentation, and pricing standards for perishable areas.
• Record inventory levels and assist with markdowns and ordering as needed.
• Ensure sanitation standards and safety training for Perishable departments.
• Maintain customer service by addressing needs and requests promptly.

Skills

Cash handling

Inventory management

Perishable knowledge

Customer service

Plan-o-gram adherence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Inventory software

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a Store Associate/Supervisor for the Perishable Departments including produce, dairy, meats, and bakery to assist the Store Manager in inventory, merchandising, and customer service. This role emphasizes safe handling, policy adherence, and staff training.

Applicants should have strong cash handling, organizational skills, and knowledge of perishable goods to ensure quality presentation and inventory integrity across all perishables.