LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT - 21 and older only - in MONTGOMERY, AL S00648
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Retirement Plan
Career development opportunities
flexible scheduling
Job Description
Dollar General Corporation is a well-established retail company that has been serving communities for over 80 years. Known for offering everyday low prices on a wide range of products such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares, and seasonal items, Dollar General operates convenient neighborhood stores designed to save customers time and money. The company prides itself on a strong mission centered around Serving Others, valuing each employee's unique contributions and fostering an inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. Whether you aspire to work in store locations, distribution centers, support centers, or the private fleet team, Dollar General offers diverse career paths and growth opportunities. The company emphasizes a supportive culture where your difference truly makes a difference, reflecting its commitment to putting people and communities first.
The role of Lead Sales Associate at Dollar General is a key position within the retail store environment focused on delivering excellent customer service and maintaining store operations. This role involves helping customers locate and purchase merchandise, managing cash register operations, stocking, and organizing merchandise, cleaning and maintaining the store's appearance, and supporting the Store Manager with various operational duties. The Lead Sales Associate also acts in a leadership capacity during the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager, ensuring smooth store function and high standards of customer satisfaction. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, a customer-first approach, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively. Working at Dollar General not only offers competitive pay but also the chance to grow within a company that values leadership, dedication, and teamwork. As a Lead Sales Associate, you will be a key player in creating a welcoming shopping experience and driving the store’s success.
The role of Lead Sales Associate at Dollar General is a key position within the retail store environment focused on delivering excellent customer service and maintaining store operations. This role involves helping customers locate and purchase merchandise, managing cash register operations, stocking, and organizing merchandise, cleaning and maintaining the store's appearance, and supporting the Store Manager with various operational duties. The Lead Sales Associate also acts in a leadership capacity during the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager, ensuring smooth store function and high standards of customer satisfaction. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, a customer-first approach, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively. Working at Dollar General not only offers competitive pay but also the chance to grow within a company that values leadership, dedication, and teamwork. As a Lead Sales Associate, you will be a key player in creating a welcoming shopping experience and driving the store’s success.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- six months of supervisory experience or related experience or training
- frequent walking and standing
- frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling
- ability to push and/or pull rolltainers
- frequent handling of merchandise and equipment
- frequent lifting up to 40 pounds and occasional lifting up to 55 pounds
- occasional climbing up to six feet using a step ladder
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment with moderate noise level
- occasional exposure to outside weather conditions
- occasional driving and providing own transportation to make bank deposits, attend meetings, and travel to other stores
Job Qualifications
- Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills
- understanding of safety policies and practices
- ability to read and follow planogram and merchandise presentation guides
- ability to perform mathematical calculations
- ability to perform cash register functions
- knowledge of cash, facility, and safety control policies
- 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 and total customer's purchase
- collect payment and make change
- bag merchandise
- assist customers with merchandise
- follow company processes to receive, open, unpack, and stock merchandise
- restock and rotate merchandise on shelves
- build merchandise displays
- clean the store including trash removal, dusting, mopping floors, cleaning restrooms and stockrooms
- help set up sidewalk displays
- assist in implementation and maintenance of planograms
- open and close the store under direction of the Store Manager
- perform additional duties of Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager in their absence
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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