Retail Sales & Merchandising Specialist

Dollar General Corporation; Carlisle (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is hiring a store associate to support customers, stock shelves, and operate the checkout efficiently. You will help maintain plan-o-grams, set up displays, unload trucks, and ensure the sales floor remains organized and inviting.

Strong communication, basic math, and cash handling skills are valued. A high school diploma is preferred, and the role involves a fast-paced store environment with teamwork and asset protection.

Qualifications

• Effective interpersonal and oral communication.
• 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.
• Receive, open, and unpack cartons; store merchandise or move to sales floor.
• Build merchandise displays and stock shelves.
• Rotate and face merchandise; restock recovered items.
• Assist customers in locating merchandise.
• Operate cash register and bag or total purchases; handle cash transactions.
• Assist with ordering merchandise using handheld scanners as needed.
• Keep front end clean and assist set up sidewalk displays when necessary.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Safety awareness

Plan-o-gram compliance

Cash handling

Basic math

IBM cash register operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld scanners

IBM cash register functions

Job description

Dollar General is hiring a store associate to support customers, stock shelves, and operate the checkout efficiently. You will help maintain plan-o-grams, set up displays, unload trucks, and ensure the sales floor remains organized and inviting.

Strong communication, basic math, and cash handling skills are valued. A high school diploma is preferred, and the role involves a fast-paced store environment with teamwork and asset protection.