Perishable Dept Lead: Fresh Produce, Meat & Dairy

Dollar General; Clarksville (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in Clarksville, AR, is seeking a Perishable Department Lead to manage produce, meats, dairy, bakery, and related stock. Under Store Manager supervision, you will help maintain inventory integrity, merchandise presentation, and a safe, compliant work environment.

You will train associates in perishable handling, stock rotation, markdown recording, and customer service, while ensuring pricing accuracy and planogram adherence. Strong communication and basic math are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.
• One year of experience in a retail environment and six months supervisory experience preferred.
• Previous lead experience and/or grocery store experience preferred.
• Attainment of required local and state food handling certifications, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager with inventory management and merchandising.
• Maintain perishable stock levels and use planning tools.
• Train associates in perishable handling, freshness, and pricing standards.
• Record perishable Markdowns and analyze causes to prevent recurrences.
• Ensure customers' needs and requests are addressed efficiently.

Skills

Cash handling

Inventory management

Merchandising

Communication skills

Planogram adherence

Safety policies

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Dollar General in Clarksville, AR, is seeking a Perishable Department Lead to manage produce, meats, dairy, bakery, and related stock. Under Store Manager supervision, you will help maintain inventory integrity, merchandise presentation, and a safe, compliant work environment.

You will train associates in perishable handling, stock rotation, markdown recording, and customer service, while ensuring pricing accuracy and planogram adherence. Strong communication and basic math are essential.