Retail Sales & Merchandising Specialist

Dollar General; Salem (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Store Associate to act as the primary customer contact, stock merchandise, maintain plan‑o‑grams, and protect assets. You will unload trucks, set up displays, stock and rotate items, assist customers, and handle checkout responsibilities with a handheld scanner and cash register.

The role emphasizes teamwork, profitability, and customer satisfaction while following company policies.

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 prepare merchandise for shelving.
• Receive, open, unpack, and stock merchandise.
• Build and rotate displays and stock on shelves.
• Assist customers in locating products and answering questions.
• Operate cash register and bag purchases; handle payments.
• Assist with ordering merchandise and stock replenishment.
• Maintain store cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Safety awareness

Plan-o-gram compliance

Cash handling

Basic math

IBM cash register knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cash register systems

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a Store Associate to act as the primary customer contact, stock merchandise, maintain plan‑o‑grams, and protect assets. You will unload trucks, set up displays, stock and rotate items, assist customers, and handle checkout responsibilities with a handheld scanner and cash register.

The role emphasizes teamwork, profitability, and customer satisfaction while following company policies.