SALES ASSOCIATE in CARBONDALE IL S16875

Dollar General; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid sick leave

Vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Sales Associate to be a point of contact for customers, help locate and purchase merchandise, operate the cash register, stock shelves, and maintain store appearance to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, basic cash handling, familiarity with planograms, and the ability to stand and walk frequently in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in cash handling and basic math.
• Ability to read planograms and follow presentation guides.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service, greet and assist customers.
• Operate cash register and scanner to total purchases and assist customers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety knowledge

Planogram compliance

Cash handling

Math skills

Cash register

Stocking

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Details General Summary

The Sales Associate acts as a point of contact for our customers. The duties of the Sales Associate include assisting customers in locating and purchasing merchandise, operating the cash register, stocking merchandise, recovering merchandise, cleaning the store, and performing other duties as assigned by the Store Manager to maximize store profitability and customer satisfaction while protecting company assets.

Duties and Essential Job Functions

• Provide excellent customer service, greet and assist customers.




• Operate cash register and scanner to itemize and total customer's purchase, collect payment from customers and make change, bag merchandise, and assist customers with merchandise as necessary.

Job Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills

• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills.




• Understanding of safety policies and practices.




• Ability to read and follow planogram and merchandise presentation guides.




• Knowledge of basic cash handling procedures.




• Basic mathematical skills.




• Ability to perform cash register functions.




• Ability to stock merchandise.

Work Experience and/or Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Working Conditions

• Frequent walking and standing




• Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling to run check out station, stock merchandise and unload trucks; which may also require the ability to push and/or pull rolltainers for stocking merchandise




• Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as handheld scanners, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers, two-wheel dollies, U-boats (six-wheel carts), and rolltainers




• Frequent and proper lifting of up to 40 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 55 pounds




• Occasional climbing (using step ladder) up to heights of six feet




• Fast-paced environment; moderate noise level




• Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions

Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

• Dollar General is pleased to offer a wide range of benefit programs designed to care for the physical, mental and financial well-being of our employees and their families.


• Available benefit programs include health insurance coverage options


• a variety of supplemental programs


• 401(k) Savings Plan


• paid sick leave (where required by law)


• vacation


• paid maternity and parental leave


• and many more


• Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply


• See careers.dollargeneral.com/benefits for additional details

ABOUT US

Work Where You Matter

At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive.

Company Overview

Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day. by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar General at www.dollargeneral.com/about-us.html.

Job Identification: 127543

Job Schedule: Full time

Job Category: Associate

Travel Required: No

Willing to Relocate: No

Expected Pay: $15.00-15.10/hour