Store Manager in Training

Dollar General Corporation; Ontario (OR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General Corporation is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to support the Store Manager in implementing store processes, supervising staff, inventory management, stocking and receiving, and handling paperwork. This temporary role develops an external candidate for the Store Manager position.

The role covers recruiting, merchandising, inventory control, cash handling, opening/closing duties, safety, and policy compliance to maintain a well-run store environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 2+ years in a leadership or managerial position.
• 2+ years of experience in a retail grocery store preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents (diagrams, instructions).
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and percentages.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures and deposit controls.
• Ability to operate cash register and generate reports.
• Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
• Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing, hiring, counseling, and termination practices including legal compliance.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication; organized and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assists in recruiting and staffing activities.
• Assists with store merchandising by staging, stocking and storage of merchandise; ensure presentation per policy and direction; use fixtures, signing and pricing correctly.
• Assists in all aspects of inventory management (damages, markdowns, scanning, paperwork, controls); conduct inventories.
• Follows prescribed ordering practices to meet or exceed in-stock targets.
• Provides superior customer service leadership.
• Acts as a role model by following Company procedures and policies.
• Participates in store opening and closing duties.
• Ensures safe deposit of all Company funds in the bank.
• Assists in maintaining cashier accuracy and cash control procedures.
• Maintains clean, well-stocked stores and a safe environment.
• Operates store in manager's absence.
• Reviews operating statements for trends, expenses, shrink, and errors.
• Completes all paperwork and documentation on time.

Skills

Reading & interpreting documents

Basic math calculations

Cash handling procedures

Cash register functions

Inventory management

Merchandising practices

Recruiting and hiring practices

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years leadership/managerial experience

2+ years retail grocery store experience

Tools

Handheld scanners

Pricing guns

Box cutters

Two-wheel dollies

U-boats

Rolltainers

Job description

Dollar General Corporation is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to support the Store Manager in implementing store processes, supervising staff, inventory management, stocking and receiving, and handling paperwork. This temporary role develops an external candidate for the Store Manager position.

The role covers recruiting, merchandising, inventory control, cash handling, opening/closing duties, safety, and policy compliance to maintain a well-run store environment.