Join the Dollar General Team as an Assistant Store Manager
Dollar General is seeking a passionate and results-driven Assistant Store Manager to join our team! As a key member of our store leadership, you will play a critical role in driving customer satisfaction, sales growth, and employee engagement. We offer a flexible, hybrid remote work arrangement for this position, allowing you to balance work and personal life. In this role, you can expect a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth and development.
About Dollar General
Dollar General has been a trusted retail leader for over 80 years, serving customers with essential items at everyday low prices. Our mission is Serving Others, and we value the unique strengths and perspectives that every individual brings. We are committed to creating a workplace culture that is inclusive, supportive, and empowering. As an Assistant Store Manager, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to helping customers Save time. Save money. Every day.
Job Summary
The Assistant Store Manager is a critical role that assists in maintaining a clean, well-organized store with a customer-first focus. Under the direction of the Store Manager, this role supervises employees, manages merchandise, completes paperwork, and prepares deposits. The Assistant Store Manager also handles stocking and cashiering, along with other duties to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction, while protecting company assets.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide Exceptional Customer Service: Greet and assist customers, operate cash registers, and itemize purchases to ensure a positive shopping experience.
- Store Operations: Open and close the store at least twice a week, manage merchandise, and maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Employee Supervision: Assist Store Manager with employee scheduling, training, safety meetings, and ensuring compliance with policies.
- Merchandise Management: Follow processes to manage merchandise, including receiving, unpacking, stocking, restocking, and rotating products.
- Financial Management: Ensure financial integrity through cashier accountability, key control, and adherence to cash control procedures.
- Leadership: Authorize refunds and overrides, count tills, and deposit money at the bank. Manage the store in the Store Manager's absence.
Essential Qualifications
Skills Required
- Strong Communication Skills: Interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills to effectively interact with customers, employees, and management.
- Problem-Solving Abilities: Ability to address various situations and make sound decisions.
- Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities.
- Mathematical Calculations: Proficient in performing mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages).
- Cash Register Functions: Competent in cash register functions and generating reports.
- Safety Control Practices: Knowledge of cash handling, facility, and safety control practices.
Education/Experience
- High School Diploma or Equivalent: Preferred.
- Retail Experience: One year of retail experience with six months of supervisory experience is preferred.
Working Conditions
- Physical Demands: Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, and kneeling. Regular handling of merchandise and equipment.
- Lifting: Lifting up to 40 pounds regularly, occasionally up to 55 pounds.
- Climbing: Occasional climbing (step ladder) up to six feet.
- Environment: Fast-paced environment with moderate noise. Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
- Driving: Driving for bank deposits and store management meetings as needed.
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
At Dollar General, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. As an Assistant Store Manager, you will have opportunities to:
- Develop Leadership Skills: Supervise employees and develop leadership skills to advance in your career.
- Learn Retail Operations: Gain knowledge of retail operations, including merchandise management, customer service, and financial management.
- Advance in Your Career: Opportunities for advancement to Store Manager or other leadership roles.
Work Environment and Company Culture
At Dollar General, we strive to create a workplace culture that is:
- Inclusive: Valuing the unique strengths and perspectives of every individual.
- Supportive: Providing opportunities for growth and development.
- Empowering: Encouraging employees to take ownership of their work and make decisions.
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
As an Assistant Store Manager, you can expect:
- Competitive Salary: A competitive salary for this role.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Remote Work Options: Flexible, hybrid remote work arrangement.
Conclusion
If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for customer service and retail leadership, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As an Assistant Store Manager at Dollar General, you will play a critical role in driving customer satisfaction, sales growth, and employee engagement. Apply now and join our team!
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