
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Career development opportunities
flexible scheduling
401(k) retirement plan
Job Description
Dollar General Corporation is a well-established retail company that has been serving customers for over 80 years. Known for its commitment to helping shoppers save time and money every day, Dollar General operates thousands of convenient neighborhood stores across the United States. The company offers a wide variety of products including food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares, and seasonal items, all available at everyday low prices. Dollar General prides itself on its mission of Serving Others, valuing the unique strengths and perspectives that each employee brings to the team. This culture of inclusiveness and respect makes Dollar General not just a retail company but a community where every person’s difference truly makes a difference.
The role of Lead Sales Associate at Dollar General is a vital position focused on maintaining a clean, well-organized store with a strong customer-first approach. Lead Sales Associates play a key leadership role within the store, often performing the duties of a Sales Associate while also taking on additional responsibilities, especially in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager. This position requires a proactive individual who can provide excellent customer service and effectively manage store operations to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction while protecting company assets. Responsibilities include operating the cash register, assisting customers with purchases, stocking and replenishing merchandise, cleaning the store, and helping with merchandising displays and planograms. The Lead Sales Associate also helps open and close the store under the direction of store management and performs other tasks assigned to ensure smooth daily operations.
Dollar General offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment that requires physical activity such as walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting merchandise. The role involves handling various equipment including handheld scanners, pricing guns, box cutters, and carts. The Lead Sales Associate must have a good understanding of safety policies, cash handling procedures, and store controls to maintain a secure and efficient store environment. This position is ideal for those seeking a leadership role in retail with opportunities for career advancement in a supportive and customer-oriented company. Dollar General encourages employees to bring their unique perspectives and skills to the workplace, offering not only a job but a chance to grow and thrive in a company with a longstanding history of success and community service.
The role of Lead Sales Associate at Dollar General is a vital position focused on maintaining a clean, well-organized store with a strong customer-first approach. Lead Sales Associates play a key leadership role within the store, often performing the duties of a Sales Associate while also taking on additional responsibilities, especially in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager. This position requires a proactive individual who can provide excellent customer service and effectively manage store operations to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction while protecting company assets. Responsibilities include operating the cash register, assisting customers with purchases, stocking and replenishing merchandise, cleaning the store, and helping with merchandising displays and planograms. The Lead Sales Associate also helps open and close the store under the direction of store management and performs other tasks assigned to ensure smooth daily operations.
Dollar General offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment that requires physical activity such as walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting merchandise. The role involves handling various equipment including handheld scanners, pricing guns, box cutters, and carts. The Lead Sales Associate must have a good understanding of safety policies, cash handling procedures, and store controls to maintain a secure and efficient store environment. This position is ideal for those seeking a leadership role in retail with opportunities for career advancement in a supportive and customer-oriented company. Dollar General encourages employees to bring their unique perspectives and skills to the workplace, offering not only a job but a chance to grow and thrive in a company with a longstanding history of success and community service.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- six months of supervisory experience or related experience or training preferred
- ability to frequent walking and standing
- ability to frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling
- ability to lift up to 40 pounds frequently and up to 55 pounds occasionally
- occasional climbing up to six feet using a step ladder
- ability to handle merchandise and equipment
- ability to work in fast-paced environment with moderate noise levels
- occasional exposure to outside weather conditions
- possession of own transportation and ability to drive for bank deposits, meetings, and travel to 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 such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages
- ability to perform cash register functions
- 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 and total customer purchases
- collect payment and make change
- bag merchandise and assist customers
- follow company work processes to receive, open and unpack boxes and cartons
- stock and rotate merchandise on shelves
- build merchandise displays
- clean the store, including taking out trash, dusting and mopping floors, cleaning restroom and stockroom
- help set up sidewalk displays
- assist in implementation and maintenance of planograms
- open and close the store under direction of 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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