Retail Sales Associate - Customer-Focused & Fast-Paced

Dollar General; City of Cortland (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid sick leave

Vacation

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Sales Associate to serve as the primary customer contact and perform checkout, stocking, and store upkeep. You will greet customers, assist with purchases, and maintain displays to maximize sales. The role emphasizes accuracy in cash handling and adherence to merchandising standards.

The position involves fast-paced tasks, walking and standing for long periods, and light lifting. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic cash handling procedures.
• Ability to read plan-o-gram and merchandising guidance.
• Basic mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and greet and assist customers.
• Operate cash register and scanner, total purchases, collect payment, and make change.
• Stock, restock, and rotate merchandise on shelves and build displays.
• Clean the store, take out trash, and help set up sidewalk displays.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Plan-o-gram reading

Cash handling

Mathematics

Cash register operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a Sales Associate to serve as the primary customer contact and perform checkout, stocking, and store upkeep. You will greet customers, assist with purchases, and maintain displays to maximize sales. The role emphasizes accuracy in cash handling and adherence to merchandising standards.

The position involves fast-paced tasks, walking and standing for long periods, and light lifting. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.