Retail Sales & Merchandising Associate

Dollar General; Ironton (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a store associate to act as the point of contact for customers, maintain plan‑o‑grams and programs, and stock merchandise to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction. You will greet customers, assist with locating items, and operate the cash register to complete sales.

The role involves unloading trucks, building displays, restocking, and maintaining a clean, organized store environment. Previous retail or cash handling experience is a plus.

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, open and unpack cartons; stock on shelves.
• Build and rotate merchandise displays.
• Assist customers in locating merchandise and checkout.
• Operate cash register and bag purchases; collect payment.
• Assist with ordering merchandise using handheld scanners.
• Maintain store cleanliness and front-end setup.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety policies

Plan‑o‑gram reading

Cash handling

Math skills

IBM cash register

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a store associate to act as the point of contact for customers, maintain plan‑o‑grams and programs, and stock merchandise to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction. You will greet customers, assist with locating items, and operate the cash register to complete sales.

The role involves unloading trucks, building displays, restocking, and maintaining a clean, organized store environment. Previous retail or cash handling experience is a plus.