Store Manager: Lead Team, Drive Sales & Inventory

Dollar General Corporation; St. Martins (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Store Manager to oversee all store operations, including staffing, training, ordering, receiving, stocking, merchandising, and customer service.

The role requires leading a team, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and company policies, managing performance, and driving sales while maintaining a safe, well-organized environment.

This position emphasizes strong communication, problem-solving, and the ability to open/close the store and manage daily workflows.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.
• 1 year of management experience in a retail environment preferred.
• Ability to recruit, hire and train qualified applicants.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures and cashier accountability.
• Ability to supervise store operations including opening/closing, inventory, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, select and retain qualified employees; ensure store is properly staffed.
• Provide proper training for employees; conduct performance evaluations; address gaps.
• Make recommendations regarding employee pay rate and advancement.
• Communicate performance, conduct and safety expectations; coordinate meetings and events.
• Ensure store is adequately staffed and opened/closed each day.
• Open/close the store a minimum two times per week.
• Evaluate operating statements for sales, profitability and inventory issues.
• Order to meet or exceed in-stock targets; manage ordering plans and cycle counts.
• Staging, stocking and storage of merchandise following company processes.
• Present merchandise properly with pricing and signage.
• Maintain accurate inventory; control damages and shrink.
• Ensure cashier accountability and cash control procedures.
• Provide superior customer service leadership.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized store environment.
• Follow SOPs, employee handbook and communications; ensure compliance.
• Complete all paperwork and documentation on time.

Skills

Staff leadership

Customer service leadership

Recruiting/training

Communication skills

Cash handling

Safety/compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year retail management experience

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a Store Manager to oversee all store operations, including staffing, training, ordering, receiving, stocking, merchandising, and customer service.

The role requires leading a team, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and company policies, managing performance, and driving sales while maintaining a safe, well-organized environment.

This position emphasizes strong communication, problem-solving, and the ability to open/close the store and manage daily workflows.