STORE MANAGER CANDIDATE IN COTTONWOOD, MN

Dollar General Store; Minnesota; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Store Manager Candidate in Cottonwood, MN to support the Store Manager in executing store processes such as inventory management and employee supervision. This entry-level role offers comprehensive training designed to prepare candidates for future management positions while ensuring a positive customer experience.

Benefits

Health insurance options

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid sick leave

Vacation and parental leave

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a retail environment preferred.
• Ability to learn cash register functions.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and staffing activities.
• Oversee store merchandising and inventory management.
• Operate store in the store manager's absence.

Skills

Customer Service Leadership

Inventory Management

Effective Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

STORE MANAGER CANDIDATE IN COTTONWOOD, MN

STORE MANAGER CANDIDATE IN COTTONWOOD, MN

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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 Details

General Summary

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 is utilized to foster interactive development of an external candidate for the Store Manager role and is to be held for a limited period.

DUTIES And ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist in recruiting and staffing activities.
• Assist 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.
• Assist in all aspects of inventory management (including proper execution of damages, markdowns, register scanning, paperwork and facility controls); prepare and conduct inventories.
• Follow prescribed ordering practices to ensure the meeting or exceeding of in-stock targets.
• Provide superior customer service leadership.
• Act as a role model by following company procedures and policies as outlined in the employee handbook, SOP manual and company communications.
• Participate in store opening and closing activities.
• Ensure the safe deposit of all company funds in the designated bank.
• Assist in ensuring the financial integrity of the store through strict cashier accountability, key control and adherence to company security practices and cash control procedures.
• Assist in the maintenance of clean, well-stocked stores; provide a safe environment for customers and employees.
• Operate store in store manager’s absence.
• Review operating statements to identify business trends (including sales, labor, profitability, and inventory turn), expense control opportunities, potential shrink, and errors.
• Complete all paperwork and documentation according to guidelines and deadlines.
  
  

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS:

• 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 IBM 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 (deposits, store keys, SAFE and STARS programs, etc.)
• Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing, hiring, counseling, and termination practices including legal compliance and internal processes.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Effective organization skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations where limited standardization exists.
• Certain store locations may give preference to bilingual Spanish speakers.
  
  

WORK EXPERIENCE And/or EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.
• One year of experience in a retail environment preferred for external candidates
  
  

Competencies

• Aligns motives, values and beliefs with Dollar General values.
• Supports ownership by tapping into the potential of others.
• Acts as a liaison between the Store Support Center and store employees.
• Fosters cooperation and collaboration.
• Interacts tactfully yet directly with employees and maintains an open forum of exchange.
• Demonstrates responsiveness and sensitivity to customer needs.
• Applies basic principles of retail (i.e., ordering cycles, peak inventories, merchandise flow, etc.).
• Provides continuous attention to development of staff.
• Recruits, hires and trains qualified applicants to fulfill a store need.
• Ensures store compliance to federal labor laws and company policies and procedures.
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS And PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent walking and standing.
• Frequent bending, stooping and kneeling to run check out station, stock merchandise and unload trucks.
• Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as hand-held scanners pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers and carts, two-wheel dollies, and U-boats (six-wheel carts).
• Frequent and proper lifting of up to 40 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 55 pounds.
• Occasional climbing (using ladder).
• Occasional driving/providing own transportation to make bank deposits, attend management meetings and to other Dollar General stores.
• Fast-paced environment; moderate noise level.
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions
  
  

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.

Note: This position requires some travel with limited overnight stays

Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

Note: Applications will remain open until a candidate is selected and has accepted.

New Hire Starting Wage

$13.88 $18.74

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Retail

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