Perishable Department Lead — Inventory, Merchandising & Safety

Dollar General; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Perishables Department Lead to manage produce, meats, dairy, and bakery areas while supporting inventory control, merchandising, and customer service. You’ll help maintain safety, compliance, and store presentation under the Store Manager’s supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma, prior retail or lead experience, and familiarity with planograms and food-handling standards. Relocation not offered; benefits vary by location.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret store diagrams, safety rules, and procedures.
• Strong math skills for calculations, percentages and invoicing accuracy.
• Experience with cash handling, register reconciliation, and loss prevention.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in maintaining perishable stock and inventory levels using standard tools.
• Ensure customer needs are addressed promptly and professionally.
• Train associates on perishable handling, pricing, and rotation to minimize markdowns.

Skills

Inventory management

Cash handling

Plan-o-gram compliance

Customer service

Safety policies

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS system

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a Perishables Department Lead to manage produce, meats, dairy, and bakery areas while supporting inventory control, merchandising, and customer service. You’ll help maintain safety, compliance, and store presentation under the Store Manager’s supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma, prior retail or lead experience, and familiarity with planograms and food-handling standards. Relocation not offered; benefits vary by location.