Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Plan
employee discount
Employee assistance program
Career development opportunities
Job Description
Dollar General is a well-established retail company that has been delivering value to shoppers for over 80 years. Known for its commitment to helping customers save time and money every day, Dollar General offers a wide range of frequently used products such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares, and seasonal items. These products are offered at everyday low prices across convenient neighborhood locations, making the shopping experience accessible and affordable for millions of customers nationwide. This strong retail presence is supported by a dedicated workforce that embodies the company's mission of serving others and valuing the unique strengths and perspectives each employee brings.
The company is not only focused on retail sales but also prides itself on offering diverse career opportunities through its various store locations, distribution centers, store support centers, and private fleet team. With a culture centered on the importance of every employee, Dollar General emphasizes personal growth, career development, and job satisfaction within its workforce.
The Lead Sales Associate role at Dollar General plays a critical part in maintaining a clean, well-organized, and customer-focused store environment. This position ensures that customers receive outstanding service while safeguarding company assets and contributing to overall store profitability. The Lead Sales Associate assists customers by helping them locate and purchase products, operates cash registers, stocks and recovers merchandise, cleans the store, and adheres to company policies regarding safety and presentation.
In this role, the Lead Sales Associate acts as a leader in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager, undertaking managerial duties to keep store operations running smoothly. This includes opening and closing the store, implementing merchandising plans, and ensuring that all associates are working toward common goals focused on customer satisfaction and store excellence. The job offers an opportunity for individuals who enjoy engaging with customers, have good organizational skills, and possess the ability to lead and motivate others.
Dollar General values candidates who can effectively communicate, understand and implement safety practices, manage cash handling procedures, follow detailed merchandising plans, and perform mathematical calculations necessary for daily transactions. The role requires physical activity, including walking, standing, bending, lifting, and handling merchandise and equipment. It also demands reliability in completing tasks such as making bank deposits and traveling between store locations when needed.
This position is ideal for those seeking a supervisory experience within a dynamic retail environment where their contributions are recognized and rewarded. Dollar General supports an inclusive and equal opportunity work environment, encouraging candidates from diverse backgrounds to join their team and grow their careers within the company.
The company is not only focused on retail sales but also prides itself on offering diverse career opportunities through its various store locations, distribution centers, store support centers, and private fleet team. With a culture centered on the importance of every employee, Dollar General emphasizes personal growth, career development, and job satisfaction within its workforce.
The Lead Sales Associate role at Dollar General plays a critical part in maintaining a clean, well-organized, and customer-focused store environment. This position ensures that customers receive outstanding service while safeguarding company assets and contributing to overall store profitability. The Lead Sales Associate assists customers by helping them locate and purchase products, operates cash registers, stocks and recovers merchandise, cleans the store, and adheres to company policies regarding safety and presentation.
In this role, the Lead Sales Associate acts as a leader in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager, undertaking managerial duties to keep store operations running smoothly. This includes opening and closing the store, implementing merchandising plans, and ensuring that all associates are working toward common goals focused on customer satisfaction and store excellence. The job offers an opportunity for individuals who enjoy engaging with customers, have good organizational skills, and possess the ability to lead and motivate others.
Dollar General values candidates who can effectively communicate, understand and implement safety practices, manage cash handling procedures, follow detailed merchandising plans, and perform mathematical calculations necessary for daily transactions. The role requires physical activity, including walking, standing, bending, lifting, and handling merchandise and equipment. It also demands reliability in completing tasks such as making bank deposits and traveling between store locations when needed.
This position is ideal for those seeking a supervisory experience within a dynamic retail environment where their contributions are recognized and rewarded. Dollar General supports an inclusive and equal opportunity work environment, encouraging candidates from diverse backgrounds to join their team and grow their careers within the company.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- six months of supervisory experience or related experience/training preferred
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, make change, bag merchandise, assist customers with merchandise
- follow company work processes to receive, open and unpack boxes, stock merchandise, restock and rotate merchandise, build merchandise displays
- clean the store, take out trash, dust and mop floors, clean restroom and stockroom, 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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