Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee discount
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Job Description
Dollar General Corporation is a prominent retail company with a legacy spanning over 80 years, dedicated to delivering exceptional value to shoppers across the United States. Known for its convenient neighborhood locations and affordable everyday prices, Dollar General carries a vast array of frequently used and replenished products including food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares, and seasonal items. The company emphasizes a mission of 'Serving Others' and prioritizes creating a workplace where every employee's unique strengths and perspectives are valued. Dollar General offers a broad spectrum of career opportunities across its numerous stores, distribution centers, store support centers, and private fleet teams. By joining Dollar General, employees become part of a dynamic team that is committed to customer satisfaction and community engagement.
The role of Assistant Store Manager at Dollar General is essential to maintaining a clean and well-organized store environment focused on delivering superior customer service. Reporting directly to the Store Manager, the Assistant Store Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the supervision and management of store employees, merchandise presentation, and inventory control. This position involves a variety of responsibilities including opening and closing the store, assisting with employee scheduling and training, conducting safety meetings, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. The Assistant Store Manager is also actively involved in merchandising tasks such as receiving, unpacking, stock replenishment, and the implementation of planograms to optimize product display and store appearance.
Financial oversight is another critical aspect of this role. The Assistant Store Manager is responsible for ensuring accurate cashier accountability, cash and key control, adherence to security measures, and proper financial transaction handling. This includes authorizing refunds, counting register tills, and preparing deposits for banking. The role also requires the ability to perform routine cashiering functions and generate reports. In the absence of the Store Manager, the Assistant Store Manager is expected to take charge and manage store operations seamlessly.
Working conditions for this position are dynamic and can be physically demanding. The role requires frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting merchandise and equipment, sometimes up to 55 pounds. The Assistant Store Manager must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, moderately noisy retail environment and may face occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Additionally, the role requires possessing a valid driver's license and having access to a personal vehicle to travel to banks, attend management meetings, and visit other Dollar General stores as needed.
This employment opportunity is well-suited for someone with a strong customer service orientation, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to lead a team effectively. Candidates with previous retail supervisory experience and a commitment to upholding company policies will find this role rewarding and impactful. Dollar General values inclusivity and provides equal employment opportunities, fostering a supportive and enriching workplace culture where employees’ contributions are recognized and appreciated.
The role of Assistant Store Manager at Dollar General is essential to maintaining a clean and well-organized store environment focused on delivering superior customer service. Reporting directly to the Store Manager, the Assistant Store Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the supervision and management of store employees, merchandise presentation, and inventory control. This position involves a variety of responsibilities including opening and closing the store, assisting with employee scheduling and training, conducting safety meetings, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. The Assistant Store Manager is also actively involved in merchandising tasks such as receiving, unpacking, stock replenishment, and the implementation of planograms to optimize product display and store appearance.
Financial oversight is another critical aspect of this role. The Assistant Store Manager is responsible for ensuring accurate cashier accountability, cash and key control, adherence to security measures, and proper financial transaction handling. This includes authorizing refunds, counting register tills, and preparing deposits for banking. The role also requires the ability to perform routine cashiering functions and generate reports. In the absence of the Store Manager, the Assistant Store Manager is expected to take charge and manage store operations seamlessly.
Working conditions for this position are dynamic and can be physically demanding. The role requires frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting merchandise and equipment, sometimes up to 55 pounds. The Assistant Store Manager must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, moderately noisy retail environment and may face occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Additionally, the role requires possessing a valid driver's license and having access to a personal vehicle to travel to banks, attend management meetings, and visit other Dollar General stores as needed.
This employment opportunity is well-suited for someone with a strong customer service orientation, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to lead a team effectively. Candidates with previous retail supervisory experience and a commitment to upholding company policies will find this role rewarding and impactful. Dollar General values inclusivity and provides equal employment opportunities, fostering a supportive and enriching workplace culture where employees’ contributions are recognized and appreciated.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred
- one year of experience in a retail environment preferred
- six months supervisory experience preferred
- ability to walk and stand frequently
- ability to bend, stoop, kneel for stocking and unloading trucks
- ability to handle merchandise and equipment such as scanners, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers, dollies, carts, and rolltainers
- ability to lift up to 40 pounds frequently and occasionally up to 55 pounds
- ability to climb using a step ladder up to six feet
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment with moderate noise
- occasional exposure to outside weather conditions
- possession of valid driver's license and access to personal transportation
- ability to make bank deposits and travel to management meetings and other stores
Job Qualifications
- Effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
- ability to solve problems and handle a variety of situations
- good organization skills with attention to detail
- ability to read and interpret diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals
- ability to perform mathematical calculations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages
- ability to perform cash register functions and generate reports
- knowledge of cash, facility, and safety control policies and practices
- knowledge of cash handling procedures including cashier accountability and deposit control
- ability to drive own vehicle to the bank to deposit money
Job Duties
- Provide superior customer service leadership
- greet and assist customers
- operate cash register and scanner to itemize purchases
- open and close the store a minimum of two days per week
- assist Store Manager with scheduling employees
- provide adequate training for employees
- conduct safety meetings
- ensure employee compliance with company policies and procedures
- manage merchandise through receiving, unpacking, stocking, restocking and rotating items
- assist in maintaining accurate inventory levels and controlling damages and markdowns
- implement and maintain planograms according to established practices
- ensure financial integrity via cashier accountability, key control, security practices, and cash control procedures
- authorize and sign for refunds and overrides
- count register tills
- deposit money in bank
- manage the store in Store Manager's absence
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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