Retail Sales Associate: Merchandising & Customer Expert

Dollar General Corporation; Atkinson (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Maternity and parental leave

Job summary

Dollar General Corporation is seeking a store associate who serves customers, stocks merchandise, and maintains appealing displays. You will assist shoppers, handle transactions, and help ensure store efficiency and cleanliness across busy shifts.

Key responsibilities include unloading trucks, stocking shelves, operating the register, and following plan‑o‑gram guidance. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and a positive shopping experience in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and follow plan‑o‑gram and merchandising guidance.
• Capable of basic cash handling and math.
• Familiar with operating cash registers and handheld scanners.

Responsibilities

• Unload trucks and stock merchandise on the sales floor.
• Assist customers in locating merchandise and answer questions.
• Operate cash register, itemize purchases and give change.
• Build displays and rotate stock per plan‑o‑gram.
• Restock and maintain store cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Oral communication

Safety policies

Plan-of-gram guidance

Cash handling procedures

Basic math

IBM cash register functions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld scanners

Pricing guns

Two-wheel dollies

Rolltainers

U-boats / six-wheel carts

Job description

Dollar General Corporation is seeking a store associate who serves customers, stocks merchandise, and maintains appealing displays. You will assist shoppers, handle transactions, and help ensure store efficiency and cleanliness across busy shifts.

Key responsibilities include unloading trucks, stocking shelves, operating the register, and following plan‑o‑gram guidance. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and a positive shopping experience in a fast‑paced environment.