Retail Sales & Merchandising Associate

Dollar General; Harlan (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in Harlan, Iowa seeks a store associate to act as the point of contact for customers, assist in stocking, and maintain plan-o-grams and displays. The role includes unloading trucks, stocking, and helping customers while ensuring a clean, efficient store environment.

Responsibilities include operating the cash register, handling payments, and aiding with merchandise orders using handheld scanners.

Qualifications

• 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, unpack, and store merchandise or move to sales floor.
• Build and rotate merchandise displays, keep shelves faced.
• Assist customers in locating merchandise and answer questions.
• Operate cash register and bag purchases; collect payment.
• Assist with ordering merchandise using handheld scanners.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Cash handling

Basic math

Plan-o-grams

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Tools

Handheld scanners

IBM cash register

Job description

Dollar General in Harlan, Iowa seeks a store associate to act as the point of contact for customers, assist in stocking, and maintain plan-o-grams and displays. The role includes unloading trucks, stocking, and helping customers while ensuring a clean, efficient store environment.

Responsibilities include operating the cash register, handling payments, and aiding with merchandise orders using handheld scanners.