Perishable Department Leader

Dollar General; Headland (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in Headland, Alabama seeks a Perishable Department Manager to oversee produce, meats, dairy, bakery, and related categories. You will drive inventory health, pricing, and attractive merchandising while ensuring safe, compliant operations and excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include training associates on freshness, stocking, and proper handling; managing markdowns; and working with the Store Manager to meet store goals and protect company assets.

Qualifications

• Reading and interpreting diagrams, safety rules, and operating procedures.
• Cash handling and deposit controls with accuracy.
• Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
• Willingness to obtain required food handling certifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee perishable departments including produce, meats, dairy, frozen, bakery.
• Assist Store Manager with inventory management and merchandising.
• Train associates in presentation, freshness, pricing, and safety.
• Record perishable stock levels and markdowns; analyze causes to prevent recurrences.
• Ensure customers are served promptly and safely, and company assets are protected.

Skills

Reading diagrams

Safety rules

Operating instructions

Maintenance instructions

Procedures manuals

Cash handling

Inventory management

Merchandising practices

Plan-o-gram compliance

Food handling certifications

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Dollar General in Headland, Alabama seeks a Perishable Department Manager to oversee produce, meats, dairy, bakery, and related categories. You will drive inventory health, pricing, and attractive merchandising while ensuring safe, compliant operations and excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include training associates on freshness, stocking, and proper handling; managing markdowns; and working with the Store Manager to meet store goals and protect company assets.