Perishable Department Leader

Dollar General; Decatur (AR); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in Decatur, AR, is seeking a Perishable Department Manager to oversee produce, meat, dairy, and bakery sections under store management. You will manage inventory, merchandise presentation, and customer service while promoting food safety and asset protection.

Responsibilities include assisting with cash accountability, staff training on freshness and pricing, and maintaining correct stock levels with perishable guidelines. Prior retail supervisory experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of retail experience and six months supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in grocery or lead roles preferred.
• Attainment of required local and state food handling certifications, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager with cash control and security practices.
• Maintain correct perishable stock levels using store volume tools.
• Train associates in perishable freshness, pricing, and safety.
• Record perishable markdowns and analyze causes to prevent recurrences.
• Ensure plan-o-gram compliance and merchandise presentation guidance.
• Provide excellent customer service and address shopper needs promptly.

Skills

Cash handling

Inventory management

Merchandising

Planograms

Communication

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Leadership

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Retail supervisory experience

Grocery store experience

Food handling certifications

Tools

POS system

Job description

Dollar General in Decatur, AR, is seeking a Perishable Department Manager to oversee produce, meat, dairy, and bakery sections under store management. You will manage inventory, merchandise presentation, and customer service while promoting food safety and asset protection.

Responsibilities include assisting with cash accountability, staff training on freshness and pricing, and maintaining correct stock levels with perishable guidelines. Prior retail supervisory experience is preferred.