LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT

Green Bay, WI, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

employee discount

Retirement Plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Career development opportunities

Job Description

Dollar General Corporation is a well-established retail company with over 80 years of experience delivering value to its customers. As a leading neighborhood discount retailer, Dollar General helps shoppers save time and money every day by offering a wide range of frequently used and replenished products. These include food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares, and seasonal items available at everyday low prices in convenient locations. Dollar General is more than just a retail company – it prides itself on valuing the unique strengths and perspectives of each employee, fostering an inclusive environment where every individual’s difference truly makes a difference. The company offers diverse career opportunities across its store locations, distribution centers, store support centers, and private fleet teams. Working at Dollar General means joining a team that is committed to serving others and supporting one another in a collaborative work culture.

The role of the Lead Sales Associate at Dollar General is a critical position that supports the overall management and operation of the store with a customer-first approach. The Lead Sales Associate is primarily responsible for maintaining a clean and well-organized store environment while providing exceptional customer service. This role involves assisting customers with locating and purchasing merchandise and operating the cash register efficiently to process transactions. Furthermore, the Lead Sales Associate handles stocking duties, recovering merchandise, and implementing store merchandising plans such as planograms to ensure that product displays are attractive and strategically placed to maximize sales.

In addition to regular sales associate duties, the Lead Sales Associate takes on leadership responsibilities during the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager, including opening and closing the store under specific guidance. This position requires the ability to adapt quickly to a fast-paced work environment, manage multiple tasks efficiently, and maintain a high level of store profitability and customer satisfaction. The individual in this role must be capable of handling heavy lifting and physically demanding tasks such as bending, stooping, and kneeling frequently, as well as operating various store equipment and tools safely and effectively. The Lead Sales Associate is also accountable for protecting company assets by adhering to cash handling, facility, and safety policies. Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication with team members and customers are essential to success in this position.

Overall, the Lead Sales Associate position at Dollar General offers a rewarding opportunity for those interested in advancing their retail career in a respected company that values employee contributions and community impact. The role promises not only a chance to develop supervisory skills but also to contribute to a company with a clear mission of serving others with dedication and integrity. Candidates who thrive in a dynamic retail setting and demonstrate leadership potential will find Dollar General an excellent place to grow and make a positive difference.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
six months of supervisory experience or related experience or training preferred
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 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
high school diploma or equivalent
six months of supervisory experience or related experience or training preferred

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 from customers and make change, bag merchandise, and assist customers with merchandise as necessary
follow company work processes to receive, open and unpack boxes, cartons and totes of merchandise
stock merchandise, restock and rotate merchandise on shelves, and build merchandise displays
clean the store
take out trash
dust and mop store floors
clean restroom and stockroom
and help set up sidewalk displays
assist in implementation and maintenance of planograms
open and close the store under specific direction of the Store Manager
perform additional duties typically performed by the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager, in their absence