
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee discount
Training and Development
Career advancement opportunities
Job Description
Dollar General Corporation is a well-established American retail company that has been serving communities for over 80 years. Specializing in providing everyday essentials at affordable prices, Dollar General operates a vast network of convenient neighborhood stores that offer a wide variety of products including food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, apparel, housewares, and seasonal items. The company's mission centers around "Serving Others," emphasizing the importance of each employee and their contribution to providing valuable service to customers. Dollar General is not just a retail company but a diverse workplace that values the unique strengths and perspectives of its workforce, fostering an inclusive environment where every team member's difference makes a difference. Employees have opportunities across various sectors including store operations, distribution centers, corporate support, and private fleet teams, supporting career growth and personal development.
The Sales Associate role at Dollar General is a critical position focused on delivering excellent customer service and supporting store operations to ensure a positive shopping experience. This is an entry-level retail role commonly located within Dollar General's stores, where the Sales Associate acts as a primary point of contact for customers. Key responsibilities include assisting customers with locating merchandise, handling transactions via the cash register, stocking shelves, maintaining store cleanliness, and executing merchandising tasks that promote store profitability and customer satisfaction. This role requires candidates to work collaboratively within a fast-paced retail environment, demonstrating effective communication skills and adherence to company safety policies. The role emphasizes operational tasks such as following merchandise processes, managing inventory displays, and performing routine store maintenance activities like cleaning and trash removal. It offers an opportunity for individuals who enjoy working directly with customers and contributing to the smooth day-to-day functions of a retail store. Dollar General values individuals who are adaptable, customer-oriented, and eager to engage in meaningful work that impacts both the community and the business. This position is ideal for those seeking either a career start or continued career growth in retail, with a supportive company culture and opportunities to grow within the Dollar General family.
The Sales Associate role at Dollar General is a critical position focused on delivering excellent customer service and supporting store operations to ensure a positive shopping experience. This is an entry-level retail role commonly located within Dollar General's stores, where the Sales Associate acts as a primary point of contact for customers. Key responsibilities include assisting customers with locating merchandise, handling transactions via the cash register, stocking shelves, maintaining store cleanliness, and executing merchandising tasks that promote store profitability and customer satisfaction. This role requires candidates to work collaboratively within a fast-paced retail environment, demonstrating effective communication skills and adherence to company safety policies. The role emphasizes operational tasks such as following merchandise processes, managing inventory displays, and performing routine store maintenance activities like cleaning and trash removal. It offers an opportunity for individuals who enjoy working directly with customers and contributing to the smooth day-to-day functions of a retail store. Dollar General values individuals who are adaptable, customer-oriented, and eager to engage in meaningful work that impacts both the community and the business. This position is ideal for those seeking either a career start or continued career growth in retail, with a supportive company culture and opportunities to grow within the Dollar General family.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- frequent walking and standing
- frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling to run check out station, stock merchandise and unload trucks
- ability to push and/or pull rolltainers for stocking merchandise
- frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as handheld scanners, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers, two-wheel dollies, U-boats (six-wheel carts), and rolltainers
- frequent and proper lifting of up to 40 pounds
- occasional lifting of up to 55 pounds
- occasional climbing (using step ladder) up to heights of six feet
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment with moderate noise level
- occasional exposure to outside weather conditions
Job Qualifications
- Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills
- understanding of safety policies and practices
- ability to read and follow planogram and merchandise presentation guides
- knowledge of basic cash handling procedures
- basic mathematical skills
- ability to perform cash register functions
- ability to stock merchandise
Job Duties
- Provide excellent customer service, 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 merchandise processes
- unpack, stock, restock, and rotate merchandise on shelves and build merchandise displays
- clean the store, take out trash, dust and mop store floors, clean restroom and receiving room, and help set up sidewalk displays
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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