Retail Sales & Merchandising Specialist

Dollar General; Covington (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a store associate to assist customers, stock merchandise, and operate the cash register in a fast-paced retail environment. You will greet customers, locate items, and maintain clean, organized shelves while following company policies.

Role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and accurate cash handling. Experience with plan-o-gram guidance helps ensure correct merchandise presentation and promotions.

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 on shelves.
• Receive, open, unpack cartons; store or move to floor.
• Build and rotate displays; restock recovered merchandise.
• Assist customers in locating merchandise; operate register.
• Handle payments and give change; maintain store cleanliness.
• Assist with ordering merchandise using hand-held scanners.
• Greet customers and comply with company policies.
• Clean store areas and stockroom; set up sidewalk displays when needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Safety policies

Plan-o-gram reading

Cash handling

Basic math

IBM cash register functions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cash register

Hand-held scanner

Flatbed scanner

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a store associate to assist customers, stock merchandise, and operate the cash register in a fast-paced retail environment. You will greet customers, locate items, and maintain clean, organized shelves while following company policies.

Role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and accurate cash handling. Experience with plan-o-gram guidance helps ensure correct merchandise presentation and promotions.