Store Leadership Trainee: Merchandising & Ops

Dollar General; Dallas Center (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General stores in Iowa are seeking a Store Manager Candidate to assist the Store Manager with staffing, inventory, merchandising, and daily store operations.

This role is designed to develop external candidates for the Store Manager position, requiring strong customer service, cash handling, and team leadership. The role involves opening/closing, payroll adherence, and ensuring in-stock targets are met.

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.
• Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
• Knowledge of cash, facility and safety control policies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and staffing activities.
• Assist with store merchandising and pricing according to guidelines.
• Assist in inventory management and cycle counts.
• Follow ordering practices to meet in-stock targets.
• Provide customer service leadership.
• Operate store in manager's absence.
• Review operating statements to identify trends and improve efficiency.
• Complete paperwork and documentation on deadlines.

Skills

Retail management

Staffing & recruiting

Inventory management

Cash handling & POS

Customer service leadership

Bilingual Spanish (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IBM cash register functions

Pricing & signage tools

Job description

Dollar General stores in Iowa are seeking a Store Manager Candidate to assist the Store Manager with staffing, inventory, merchandising, and daily store operations.

This role is designed to develop external candidates for the Store Manager position, requiring strong customer service, cash handling, and team leadership. The role involves opening/closing, payroll adherence, and ensuring in-stock targets are met.