Store Manager in Training — Leadership Path

Dollar Tree Stores; Bessemer (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Paid time off

Retirement matching

Employee stock purchase

Educational assistance

PerkSpot access

Job summary

Dollar Tree Stores in Bessemer, Alabama is seeking a Store Manager in Training to lead the store team and learn to manage operations, merchandising, and customer service. You’ll recruit and develop staff, ensure compliance, and drive profitability while maintaining a safe and welcoming store environment.

The role emphasizes high-energy teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with regular walking and standing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years prior retail management experience is preferred.
• Experience with hardlines or variety merchandise; BIG BOX experience a plus is preferred
• Strong productivity management in freight processing is required
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and written skills are required
• Ability to work in a high-energy, team environment is required
• Must be able to lift up between 30 to 50 lbs. from floor to above shoulder height and meet demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting, with or without reasonable accommodation is required

Responsibilities

• Recruit and hire store associates to serve our customers
• Foster the growth and development of associates through training on operations and merchandising while coaching and correcting when appropriate
• Oversee and delegate all store activities to ensure smooth daily operations
• Ensure full compliance with applicable laws and regulations, while enforcing company policies and procedures
• Perform opening and closing procedures as needed
• Implement operational and merchandising direction that is communicated from our corporate headquarters
• Help your store reach its maximum profit contribution
• Protect company assets
• Maintain a high level of customer service across the store
• Ensure a positive, safe, and respectful environment while maintaining professional and friendly interactions with customers, associates, and leaders

Skills

Retail management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Physical ability

Job description

Dollar Tree Stores in Bessemer, Alabama is seeking a Store Manager in Training to lead the store team and learn to manage operations, merchandising, and customer service. You’ll recruit and develop staff, ensure compliance, and drive profitability while maintaining a safe and welcoming store environment.

The role emphasizes high-energy teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with regular walking and standing.