Store Manager Trainee: Lead, Merch & Grow

Dollar General Corporation; Tryon (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to support the Store Manager in daily operations, including supervision, staffing, inventory management, merchandising, and cash controls, with a focus on developing internal candidates for the Store Manager role. You will assist in recruiting, merchandising, inventory, and maintaining safe, well-stocked stores while following company policies.

This role requires strong supervision, communication, and problem-solving to ensure excellent

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret diagrams and safety rules.
• Strong numerical skills for basic math and percentages.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures and deposit controls.
• Experience with IBM cash registers and report generation.
• Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
• Familiarity with safety, keys, deposits and security procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and staffing activities.
• Assist with store merchandising by staging, stocking and storage of merchandise.
• Assist in all aspects of inventory management and prepare inventories.
• Follow prescribed ordering practices to meet or exceed in-stock targets.
• Provide superior customer service leadership.
• Act as a role model by following company procedures and policies.
• Participate in store opening and closing activities.
• Ensure the safe deposit of all company funds in the designated bank.
• Assist in maintaining financial integrity through cashier accountability and cash control procedures.
• Maintain a clean, well-stocked store and safe environment for customers and employees.
• Operate store in store manager's absence.
• Review operating statements to identify trends and opportunities.

Skills

Cash handling

Inventory management

Customer service

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Bilingual Spanish (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IBM cash register

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to support the Store Manager in daily operations, including supervision, staffing, inventory management, merchandising, and cash controls, with a focus on developing internal candidates for the Store Manager role. You will assist in recruiting, merchandising, inventory, and maintaining safe, well-stocked stores while following company policies.

This role requires strong supervision, communication, and problem-solving to ensure excellent