Retail Sales & Merchandising Associate

Dollar General; Burlington (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid sick leave

Vacation

Paid maternity and parental leave

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking an Store Associate to act as the primary customer contact, assist with plan-o-grams, and maintain stock levels across the store. You will greet customers, operate the cash register, and help ensure accurate pricing and efficient checkout processes.

The role emphasizes teamwork, store cleanliness, and adherence to company policies while protecting assets. This entry-level position is based in a fast-paced retail environment and offers broad exposure to store operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of safety policies and practices.
• Ability to read and follow plan-o-gram and merchandise presentation guidance.
• Knowledge of basic cash handling procedures.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to perform IBM cash register functions.

Responsibilities

• Unload trucks and stock merchandise.
• Receive, open, unpack cartons and totes; store or stock on the sales floor.
• Build and rotate merchandise displays; restock recovered items.
• Assist customers in locating merchandise and answering questions.
• Operate cash register and scanner; total and bag purchases; collect payment and give change.
• Assist with ordering merchandise using handheld scanners when needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of the store front and assist with sidewalk displays.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety policies

Plan-o-gram literacy

Cash handling

Math skills

IBM cash register

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Handheld scanners

Pricing guns

Box cutters

Two-wheel dollies

U-boats (six-wheel carts)

Rolltainers

Job description

Dollar General is seeking an Store Associate to act as the primary customer contact, assist with plan-o-grams, and maintain stock levels across the store. You will greet customers, operate the cash register, and help ensure accurate pricing and efficient checkout processes.

The role emphasizes teamwork, store cleanliness, and adherence to company policies while protecting assets. This entry-level position is based in a fast-paced retail environment and offers broad exposure to store operations.