Retail Sales & Merchandising Associate

Dollar General; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in Lafayette, LA is seeking a store associate to support daily retail operations. You will unload trucks, stock shelves, build displays, and ensure plan-o-gram compliance while helping customers locate items.

You will also operate the cash register, handle transactions, and maintain store cleanliness. The role requires good communication, reliability, and the ability to lift up to 55 pounds; previous cashier or retail experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to follow plan‑o‑gram instructions.
• Basic cash handling knowledge.
• Operate the point‑of‑sale system and process payments.
• Stand for long periods and lift up to 55 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Unload trucks and stock merchandise.
• Build and maintain displays; rotate merchandise.
• Follow company processes for receiving and stocking.
• Assist customers in locating merchandise.
• Operate cash register, bag merchandise, and provide receipts.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Safety policies

Plan-o-gram following

Cash handling

Basic math

IBM cash registers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IBM cash registers

Job description

Dollar General in Lafayette, LA is seeking a store associate to support daily retail operations. You will unload trucks, stock shelves, build displays, and ensure plan-o-gram compliance while helping customers locate items.

You will also operate the cash register, handle transactions, and maintain store cleanliness. The role requires good communication, reliability, and the ability to lift up to 55 pounds; previous cashier or retail experience is a plus.