Store Manager Trainee: Lead, Learn, Grow

Dollar General Corporation; Buchanan Township (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General Corporation is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to support the Store Manager in supervising employees, handling staffing, inventory and merchandising, and ensuring store procedures are followed. This role serves as a development pathway for future Store Manager responsibilities and covers a limited period.

The candidate will participate in recruiting, stocking, inventory control, and financial integrity practices, while maintaining a safe and well-organized store environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year retail experience preferred for external candidates.
• Ability to read and interpret operating procedures and manuals.
• Basic math and cash handling knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and staffing activities.
• Assist with store merchandising by facilitating stocking and storage of merchandise; ensure proper presentation.
• Assist in inventory management including damages, markdowns, scanning, paperwork and controls.
• Follow ordering practices to meet in-stock targets.
• Provide customer service leadership and support store operations.
• Open and close the store in coordination with the manager.
• Ensure cash handling procedures and deposits are followed.

Skills

Staffing

Inventory management

Customer service

Cash handling

Retail merchandising

Bank deposits

Compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

Dollar General Corporation is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to support the Store Manager in supervising employees, handling staffing, inventory and merchandising, and ensuring store procedures are followed. This role serves as a development pathway for future Store Manager responsibilities and covers a limited period.

The candidate will participate in recruiting, stocking, inventory control, and financial integrity practices, while maintaining a safe and well-organized store environment.