Perishable Operations Leader

Dollar General; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in Albany, GA is seeking a Perishable Department Lead to oversee produce, meat, dairy, and bakery. You will help manage inventory, merchandising, and customer service while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires basic supervisory experience and a willingness to obtain required food handling certifications, with opportunities to develop leadership skills within a nationwide retailer.

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 perishable inventory management and merchandising.
• Maintain safe and clean perishable departments and ensure food handling compliance.
• Train and supervise associates in stocking, pricing, and freshness standards.
• Record inventory levels and participate in vendor ordering planning.

Skills

Inventory management

Cash handling

Customer service

Supervisory skills

Planogram compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cash register

Planogram software

Inventory system

Job description

Dollar General in Albany, GA is seeking a Perishable Department Lead to oversee produce, meat, dairy, and bakery. You will help manage inventory, merchandising, and customer service while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires basic supervisory experience and a willingness to obtain required food handling certifications, with opportunities to develop leadership skills within a nationwide retailer.