Retail Store Manager Candidate — Leadership in Training

Dollar General; Peru (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General Store Manager Candidate role supports the Store Manager in daily operations, including supervising staff, inventory control, stocking, and paperwork. This position aims to develop external candidates for the Store Manager role on a limited-term basis.

Responsibilities include recruiting support, merchandising, inventory management, cash handling, and maintaining store safety and customer service leadership. Ability to travel occasionally is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.
• One year of experience in a retail environment preferred for external candidates.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures including cashier accountability and deposit controls.
• Ability to learn and perform IBM cash register functions and generate reports.
• Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
• Knowledge of cash, facility and safety control policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and staffing activities.
• Assist with store merchandising and proper pricing of merchandise.
• Assist in all aspects of inventory management and cycle counts.
• Follow prescribed ordering practices for in-stock targets.
• Provide superior customer service leadership.
• Participate in store opening and closing activities.
• Ensure cash handling accuracy and bank deposits.
• Maintain a clean, safe store environment and proper paperwork.

Skills

Store operations

Staff supervision

Inventory management

Cash handling

Customer service leadership

Recruiting & staffing

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

IBM cash register

Job description

Dollar General Store Manager Candidate role supports the Store Manager in daily operations, including supervising staff, inventory control, stocking, and paperwork. This position aims to develop external candidates for the Store Manager role on a limited-term basis.

Responsibilities include recruiting support, merchandising, inventory management, cash handling, and maintaining store safety and customer service leadership. Ability to travel occasionally is required.