Store Manager Candidate — Retail Leadership Path

Dollar General; Ridgeville (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in Ridgeville, SC is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to assist the Store Manager in supervising staff, inventory and store operations. This limited-term role develops external candidates for the Store Manager position and provides hands-on leadership experience.

The role includes assisting with recruiting, merchandising, customer service, opening/closing duties, and cash handling. Candidates should be ready for a fast-paced retail setting with occasional travel to other stores.

Qualifications

• Reading diagrams, safety rules, and procedures manuals.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations and percentages.
• Knowledge of cash handling, cashier accountability, and deposits.
• Familiarity with IBM cash register functions and report generation.
• Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
• Knowledge of cash, safety policies and security procedures (deposits, keys, safes).
• Experience recruiting, hiring, and training staff; legal compliance understood.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and staffing activities.
• Support merchandising, staging, stocking and pricing per store direction.
• Help manage inventory including damages, markdowns, scans, and paperwork.
• Support in maintaining in‑stock targets through ordering practices.
• Provide strong customer service leadership and store presence.
• Follow company policies and procedures; assist in opening/closing activities.
• Help ensure cash handling accuracy and bank deposits; safeguard funds.

Skills

Reading diagrams

Mathematical calculations

Cash handling procedures

IBM cash register

Inventory management

Cash deposits & security

Retail fundamentals

Staff development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IBM cash register

POS systems

Job description

Dollar General in Ridgeville, SC is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to assist the Store Manager in supervising staff, inventory and store operations. This limited-term role develops external candidates for the Store Manager position and provides hands-on leadership experience.

The role includes assisting with recruiting, merchandising, customer service, opening/closing duties, and cash handling. Candidates should be ready for a fast-paced retail setting with occasional travel to other stores.