Store Manager Trainee: Lead Merchandising & Ops

Dollar General; Town of Cherry Valley (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to support the Store Manager in daily operations, staffing, inventory, merchandising, and store needs. This limited period role develops external candidates for the Store Manager position.

The role emphasizes supervising employees, maintaining stock, managing paperwork, and ensuring store processes align with company standards while delivering strong customer service and operational integrity.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a retail environment.
• Strong merchandising and staging skills.
• Experience with inventory management and shrink reduction.
• Customer service leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures and report generation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and staffing activities.
• Support store merchandising by staging, stocking and pricing merchandise.
• Assist with inventory management and completing inventories.
• Follow ordering practices to meet in-stock targets.
• Provide superior customer service leadership.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Participate in store opening/closing activities.
• Ensure cash control and security practices are followed.
• Maintain a clean, safe and well-stocked store.

Skills

Leadership

Staffing

Merchandising

Inventory Mgmt

Customer Service

Cash Handling

Recruiting

Training

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a Store Manager Candidate to support the Store Manager in daily operations, staffing, inventory, merchandising, and store needs. This limited period role develops external candidates for the Store Manager position.

The role emphasizes supervising employees, maintaining stock, managing paperwork, and ensuring store processes align with company standards while delivering strong customer service and operational integrity.