Store Management Trainee: Lead, Learn, Grow

Dollar General Corporation; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to support the Store Manager in day-to-day operations, including staffing, inventory, merchandising, and store needs, with focus on developing external candidates for future Store Manager roles.

The role emphasizes supervising employees, protecting cash, maintaining a safe environment, and ensuring compliance with policies while contributing to store performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or strongly preferred.
• One year of retail experience expected for external candidates.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and staffing activities.
• Assist with merchandising, staging, stocking and pricing.
• Assist in all aspects of inventory management and cycle counts.
• Follow ordering practices to meet in-stock targets.
• Provide customer service leadership.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and security procedures.
• Participate in opening/closing duties and bank deposits.
• Review operating statements for trends and opportunities.

Skills

Reading & interpreting documents

Math calculations

Cash handling procedures

IBM cash register

Inventory management

Merchandising & pricing

Recruiting & interviewing

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization & attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to support the Store Manager in day-to-day operations, including staffing, inventory, merchandising, and store needs, with focus on developing external candidates for future Store Manager roles.

The role emphasizes supervising employees, protecting cash, maintaining a safe environment, and ensuring compliance with policies while contributing to store performance.