Store Leadership Candidate — Hands-on Ops & Merchandising

Dollar General; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to support the Store Manager in implementing store processes, supervising employees, and managing inventory, stocking, and receiving. This role serves to develop external candidates for the Store Manager position for a limited period.

The candidate will assist in recruiting, merchandising, inventory, and customer service leadership, while adhering to company policies and procedures. Travel to Dollar General stores may be 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 and deposit controls.
• Ability to recruit, hire and train qualified applicants.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and staffing activities.
• Assist with store merchandising and stocking per manager directions.
• Assist in all aspects of inventory management and conduct inventories.
• Follow prescribed ordering practices to meet in-stock targets.
• Provide superior customer service leadership.
• Act as a role model by following company procedures and policies.
• Participate in store opening and closing activities.
• Ensure safe deposit of all company funds and cashier accountability.
• Maintain a clean, well-stocked store and safe environment.
• Operate store in the store manager's absence.
• Review operating statements to identify trends and opportunities.

Skills

Staff supervision

Inventory management

Customer service leadership

Cash handling

Recruiting

Bilingual Spanish (preferred)

Education

High school diploma

Tools

IBM cash register functions

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to support the Store Manager in implementing store processes, supervising employees, and managing inventory, stocking, and receiving. This role serves to develop external candidates for the Store Manager position for a limited period.

The candidate will assist in recruiting, merchandising, inventory, and customer service leadership, while adhering to company policies and procedures. Travel to Dollar General stores may be required.