Retail Sales & Merchandising Associate

Dollar General; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid sick leave

Vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

Dollar General is hiring for a store associate who serves customers and helps stock, display, and maintain the sales floor. You will assist shoppers, operate the register, and help with ordering merchandise using handheld scanners.

The role emphasizes friendly customer interactions, accuracy in cash handling, and upholding store standards in a fast-paced retail environment. Physical tasks include stocking, unloading trucks, and light cleaning throughout the shift.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Unload trucks and stock merchandise.
• Build and maintain displays; rotate stock on shelves.
• Assist customers in locating merchandise and answering questions.
• Operate cash register, bag items, and collect payment.
• Assist with ordering merchandise using handheld scanners.
• Keep store clean and maintain front-end and stockroom areas.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Oral communication

Safety policies

Plan-o-gram reading

Cash handling

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Tools

IBM cash register

Job description

Dollar General is hiring for a store associate who serves customers and helps stock, display, and maintain the sales floor. You will assist shoppers, operate the register, and help with ordering merchandise using handheld scanners.

The role emphasizes friendly customer interactions, accuracy in cash handling, and upholding store standards in a fast-paced retail environment. Physical tasks include stocking, unloading trucks, and light cleaning throughout the shift.