Perishable Dept Lead: Fresh Goods & Inventory

Dollar General; Rochester (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid leave

Vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Perishable Department Supervisor to lead the produce, meat, dairy, and bakery areas. You will help manage inventory, merchandising, and customer service while maintaining safety and compliance. Strong communication and organization are essential for daily operations.

You will train associates, monitor stock freshness, and verify perishable markdowns to minimize losses. Certification in food handling is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents and procedures.
• Basic math skills including percentages and calculations.
• Experience operating a cash register and generating reports.
• Knowledge of inventory, merchandising, and safety practices.
• Willingness to obtain required food handling certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager with cash accountability and security practices.
• Maintain perishable stock levels using various planning tools.
• Train and supervise assigned associates in presentation, freshness, and pricing.
• Record inventory levels and perform markdown analysis to reduce waste.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation standards and safety policies.

Skills

Cash handling

Inventory management

Merchandising

Customer service

Planogram

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cash register

Planogram software

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a Perishable Department Supervisor to lead the produce, meat, dairy, and bakery areas. You will help manage inventory, merchandising, and customer service while maintaining safety and compliance. Strong communication and organization are essential for daily operations.

You will train associates, monitor stock freshness, and verify perishable markdowns to minimize losses. Certification in food handling is encouraged.