STORE MANAGER CANDIDATE - AZTEC, NM STORE #12604

Dollar General; Aztec (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in the United States is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to support the Store Manager with supervising employees, staffing, inventory, stocking, and paperwork. This temporary role develops an external candidate for the Store Manager position and is held for a limited period.

You will participate in recruitment, merchandising, inventory management, customer service leadership, and store operations, including opening/closing, cash controls, and reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two+ years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Two+ years' experience in a retail grocery setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and staffing activities.
• Support store merchandising and stock management per directives.
• Help manage inventory, damages, markdowns, and paperwork.
• Ensure in-stock targets through prescribed ordering.
• Provide customer service leadership and store operations.
• Assist in opening/closing and cash handling controls.
• Review operating statements for trends and opportunities.
• Complete all required paperwork on time.

Skills

Leadership

Cash handling

Inventory management

Recruiting

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The Store Manager Candidate supports the Store Manager in the effective implementation of all store processes including employee supervision, staffing, inventory management, stocking and receiving, paperwork, and store needs. This position fosters interactive development of an external candidate for the Store Manager role and is to be held for a limited period.

Job Description

The Store Manager Candidate supports the Store Manager in the effective implementation of all store processes including employee supervision, staffing, inventory management, stocking and receiving, paperwork, and store needs. This position fosters interactive development of an external candidate for the Store Manager role and is to be held for a limited period.

Job Responsibility

• Assists in recruiting and staffing activities.
• Assists with store merchandising by facilitating and/or participating in staging, stocking and storage of merchandise; ensuring that merchandise is presented according to established practices and store manager direction; and properly utilizing merchandise fixtures, signing and pricing of merchandise.
• Assists in all aspects of inventory management (including proper execution of damages, markdowns, register scanning, paperwork and facility controls); prepare and conduct inventories.
• Follows prescribed ordering practices to ensure the meeting or exceeding of in-stock targets.
• Provides superior customer service leadership.
• Acts as a role model by following Company procedures and policies as outlined in the employee handbook, SOP manual and Company communications.
• Participates in store opening and closing activities.
• Ensures the safe deposit of all Company funds in the designated bank.
• Assists in ensuring the financial integrity of the store through strict cashier accountability, key control and adherence to Company security practices and cash control procedures.
• Assists in the maintenance of clean, well-stocked stores; provide a safe environment for customers and employees.
• Operates store in store manager's absence.
• Reviews operating statements to identify business trends (including sales, labor, profitability, and inventory turn), expense control opportunities, potential shrink, and errors.
• Completes all paperwork and documentation according to guidelines and deadlines.

Working Conditions

• Frequent walking and standing.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling to run check out station, stock merchandise.
• Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as handheld scanners, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers, two-wheel dollies, U-boats, 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.
• Regular driving own vehicle to attend meetings, to other Dollar General stores, and to make deposits.
• Fast-paced environment; moderate noise level.
• Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions.
• Occasional exposure to cleaning solutions.
• Occasional exposure to slippery floor surfaces.
• May be exposed to extreme cold in freezers.

Job Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures including cashier accountability and deposit controls.
• Ability to learn and perform cash register functions, including those necessary to generate reports.
• Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
• Knowledge of cash, facility and safety control policies and practices.
• Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing, hiring, counseling, and termination practices including legal compliance and internal processes.
• Proficient in interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficient in organization skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations where limited standardization exists.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Two or more years of experience in a leadership or managerial position.
• Two or more years of experience in a retail grocery store strongly preferred.

License/Certification Required

Valid Driver's License

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.