Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee discount
Career Development
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Dollar General Corporation is a renowned American retail company with a legacy spanning over 80 years. As a leading variety store chain, Dollar General operates thousands of stores across the United States, primarily focusing on providing convenient access to everyday low-priced goods. The company's mission, Serving Others, reflects its commitment to delivering value not only to its customers but also fostering a supportive work environment for its employees. With a wide range of career opportunities available in store locations, distribution centers, store support centers, and its private fleet team, Dollar General is more than just a retailer; it is a community-focused enterprise that appreciates the unique strengths and perspectives of each of its team members. Dollar General helps customers save time and money by offering frequently used and replenished products such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, apparel, housewares, and seasonal items, all in convenient neighborhood locations.
The role of a Lead Sales Associate at Dollar General is integral to the day-to-day success of the store and its overall customer experience. This position involves maintaining a clean and well-organized store environment while prioritizing a customer-first approach. The Lead Sales Associate provides essential support by assisting customers with locating and purchasing merchandise, operating cash registers, stocking shelves, and maintaining store cleanliness. Beyond routine sales duties, the Lead Sales Associate also assumes responsibility in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager, supporting store operations, maximizing profitability, and ensuring company asset protection. This leadership role requires a blend of strong customer service skills, operational know-how, and the ability to act in a supervisory capacity when needed. It is an excellent opportunity for those looking to enhance their retail management experience within a supportive and well-established company. Dollar General’s culture emphasized respect for individuals, teamwork, and continuous growth, making this an attractive opportunity for career advancement in the retail sector.
The role of a Lead Sales Associate at Dollar General is integral to the day-to-day success of the store and its overall customer experience. This position involves maintaining a clean and well-organized store environment while prioritizing a customer-first approach. The Lead Sales Associate provides essential support by assisting customers with locating and purchasing merchandise, operating cash registers, stocking shelves, and maintaining store cleanliness. Beyond routine sales duties, the Lead Sales Associate also assumes responsibility in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager, supporting store operations, maximizing profitability, and ensuring company asset protection. This leadership role requires a blend of strong customer service skills, operational know-how, and the ability to act in a supervisory capacity when needed. It is an excellent opportunity for those looking to enhance their retail management experience within a supportive and well-established company. Dollar General’s culture emphasized respect for individuals, teamwork, and continuous growth, making this an attractive opportunity for career advancement in the retail sector.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- six months of supervisory experience or related experience or training preferred
- ability to frequently walk and stand
- ability to frequently bend, stoop and kneel
- ability to frequently handle merchandise and equipment such as handheld scanners, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers, two-wheel dollies, U-boats six-wheel carts, and rolltainers
- ability to frequently and properly lift up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift up to 55 pounds
- ability to occasionally climb using step ladder up to six feet
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment with moderate noise
- willingness to occasionally work in outside weather conditions
- willingness and ability to drive and provide own transportation to make bank deposits and attend meetings
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's purchase
- collect payment and make change
- bag merchandise and assist customers
- follow company work processes to receive, open and unpack boxes 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 duties of Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager in their absence
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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